Lead Respiratory Assistant
University of Maryland Medical System
- Largo, MD
- Full-time
- Day shift
Job description
Job Requirements
Located in Largo in the heart of Prince George’s County, our new state-of-the-art regional medical center (University of Maryland Capital Region Medical Center) will provide improved access to primary and ambulatory care services and serve as a tertiary care center for critically ill patients. In addition, our new space will allow us to expand our offerings as a community partner to help improve the health status of Prince George’s County residents.
Under the general direction of the Respiratory Director, the Lead Respiratory Assistant coordinates and manages all activities to support the timely, efficient and cost-effective provision of materials, supplies and/or equipment for the Respiratory Department by using control systems and monitoring.
Summary of Responsibilities:
Reviews the Department's service schedule to ensure availability of adequate supplies and equipment
• Orders supplies and equipment as needed
• Assists with arranging for loans of supplies from other hospitals and vendors as needed
• Develops and maintains inventory and par levels
• Compiles and maintains current records of pricing and products, and disseminates appropriately
• Prepares, files, and distributes all appropriate documents pertaining to the purchase and tracking of supplies.
• Monitors purchase request for accuracy and quantity
• Recovers all re-called supplies and equipment from stock and return to company and completes documentation.
• Adheres to budget guidelines when ordering supplies and equipment
• Facilitates standardization of supplies, services, and equipment on an ongoing basis Lead Respiratory Assistant
• Procures supplies and equipment according to budgetary guidelines with the approval of department director 12. Collects packing slips and sends to materials management on a timely basis
• Identifies and addresses invoice discrepancies
• Processes purchase orders
• Clean, assemble and perform system check all respiratory equipment
• Assist therapists by delivering supplies and equipment 17. Monitor PM dates on respiratory equipment for Biomed 18. Deliver oxygen tanks to all tank storage areas 19. Collect empty oxygen tanks and monitor all par levels for replacement orders 20. Performs related work as assigned.
Work Experience
High School Diploma required; Associates Degree preferred
Must have a valid BLS Certification or the ability to obtain or renew prior to start date in position.
One year experience in medical equipment and/or materials management required; 3-5 years preferred
Technical/Clinical Skills: Microsoft Office, Basic PowerPoint: Basic Working knowledge of ICD-9 (Medical Coding) required
Benefits
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Compensation:
Pay Range: $26.14-$36.59
• Review the 2025-2026 UMMS Benefits Guide
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