Respiratory Equipment Associate

At Houston Methodist, the Respiratory Equipment Associate position is responsible for demonstrating basic knowledge and skill necessary to perform assigned duties such as maintenance of supplies and equipment, cleaning of minor equipment, distribution of oxygen cylinders to designated cylinder storage locations on nursing units and patient care locations throughout the campus. This position performs delegated tasks under the supervision of management and lead nursing staff, as appropriate.

The Respiratory Equipment Associate position must be able to communicate appropriately and work closely with other staff and co-workers.

PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Serves as resource to supply needs of patient care staff; may provide cylinder oxygen request from Nursing Units and other clinical locations though responsiveness to calls and instructions from management and shift lead.
Communicates clearly, professionally, positively and effectively with patients, nurses, physicians, visitors, and coworkers in a courteous, friendly, and helpful manner.

Utilizes professional phone etiquette.

Maintains positive interactions with staff throughout the organization.
Makes appropriate customer service decisions with problem-solving, setting/communicating delays. Provides contributions towards improvement of department scores for employee engagement.

SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Distributes supplies and as appropriate, cylinders to designated locations.

Distributes equipment as assigned.

May assist staff to deliver to other hospital departments as needed.
Cleans and prepares non-disposable equipment for Sterile Processing/high level disinfection.

Returns equipment to appropriate departments for repair/replacement.
Contributes towards improving department scores for patient satisfaction/experience through peer-to-peer accountability and providing timely cylinder oxygen requests.

QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Follows all safety regulations for supplies and equipment and maintains storage areas per department/hospital policy.
Follows all infection control practices in the handling of supplies and cleaning.

Maintains a clean and organized storage rooms, work environment.
Continually measures and improves quality outcomes.

Checks logs according to regulation standards.

Checks emergency carts, as appropriate, and maintains accurate documentation.

FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Accurately maintains supply inventory, not overstocked, at designated locations.
Performs daily/weekly inventory count and assist in supply ordering.

Tracks missing equipment, following through on lost or misplaced items sent for cleaning or repair to minimize loss.
Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks, minimizing incidental overtime. Meets labor productivity standards by effectively managing established daily responsibilities and assignments.

GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Contributes new ideas to improve operations and productivity. Offers innovative solutions through participation in performance improvement projects and activities.
Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development.

Completes and updates My Development plan on an on-going basis, including the development of advanced skills. Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.
EDUCATION
High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)

WORK EXPERIENCE
Previous experience in a healthcare setting, inventory management, and/or the service industry preferred

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED
N/A

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
Practices universal precautions at all times. Demonstrates a working knowledge of isolation, infection control and safety procedures
Ability to build and sustain interpersonal relationships
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
WORK ATTIRE
Uniform No
Scrubs Yes
Business professional No
Other (department approved) No
ON-CALL*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.
On Call* No
TRAVEL*Travel specifications may vary by department*
May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area No
May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No
Company Profile:
Houston Methodist Continuing Care Hospital is a long-term acute care hospital that proudly serves the Greater Houston area, focused on the needs of patients requiring extended hospitalization. Located in Katy, west of the Texas Medical Center, Houston Methodist Continuing Care is committed to providing patients with the Houston Methodist standard of unparalleled quality and safety, focusing on the patient and family. The facility offers both inpatient and outpatient services, including hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis, infectious disease management, intensive care, pain management, postsurgical complication management, pulmonary care management, trauma and neurological injury management, and outpatient rehabilitation therapies.
Houston Methodist is an equal opportunity employer inclusive of women, minorities, disabled persons and veterans.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor - priority referral Protected Veterans requested.