Respiratory Assistant I
MyMichigan Health·Midland, Michigan
MyMichigan Health·Midland, Michigan
The Respiratory Assistant is responsible for performing EKGs and maintaining respiratory care equipment, including ventilators and BiPAPs. They also manage the stocking of oxygen tanks and intubation boxes while ensuring accurate medical record entries.
This position performs duties in the Respiratory Therapy department. The position will perform EKG, stock supplies and O2 tanks, clean and calibrate equipment, refill and check intubation boxes, and performs other shift related duties as assigned or needed.
Certifications and Licensures
Equivalent Experience and Other Comments (Education)
Candidates must have a High School Diploma or GED and obtain BLS certification within one month of hire. The role requires the physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in a high-stress clinical environment.
Market context
In Michigan, Respiratory Assistant I roles are often tied to steady patient-care demand in hospitals and other clinical settings, where support staff help respiratory teams manage routine care and urgent needs. These jobs can be competitive because employers look for candidates who can handle a high-stress environment, meet basic education and BLS requirements, and perform physically demanding tasks such as lifting up to 50 lbs. Before applying, confirm you can obtain BLS within one month and review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time compared with reading the full original posting.
