Respiratory Equipment Technician (Part-Time)

Mercy Hospital Springfield | Varied Day Shifts

Looking for a hands-on role in healthcare where your work directly supports patient care? Join Mercy Hospital Springfield as a Respiratory Equipment Technician and play a vital role in ensuring respiratory equipment and supplies are clean, available, and ready when patients need them most.

This position is ideal for individuals who are organized, detail-oriented, team-focused, and eager to contribute to a fast-paced healthcare environment. No prior experience is required—we’ll provide the training you need to succeed.

Schedule

Part-Time | Varied Day Shifts
Hours: 6:30 AM – 4:00 PM

What You'll Do

As a Respiratory Equipment Technician, you will support the Respiratory Department by managing equipment, supplies, inventory, and daily operational needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Clean, disinfect, pasteurize, package, and distribute respiratory equipment.
• Stock, receive, organize, and distribute respiratory supplies and medical gases.
• Monitor inventory levels and assist with inventory and par management.
• Perform equipment pickup and delivery throughout the hospital while following infection control guidelines.
• Assist with ventilator and BiPAP setup and function checks under the supervision of a licensed Respiratory Therapist.
• Coordinate preventive maintenance activities with the Biomedical Engineering team.
• Run daily department reports and maintain accurate records, logs, and statistics.
• Support staff, supervisors, and department leadership with operational and administrative needs.
• Maintain organized files, records, and supply inventories.
• Answer and route phone calls professionally and provide excellent customer service.
• Train and assist new employees and students when needed.
• Identify opportunities to improve department efficiency and workflow.
• Follow all safety, infection prevention, attendance, and Mercy Service Standards.

What We're Looking For

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Comfortable working with medical equipment and supplies.
• Basic computer and keyboarding skills.
• Commitment to maintaining a clean, safe, and professional healthcare environment.

Qualifications

Required

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Basic computer skills, including keyboarding.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred

• 1–2 years of college coursework.
• Background or coursework in biological sciences.
• Previous experience in inventory, supply chain, healthcare, or equipment management (helpful but not required).

Why Mercy?

At Mercy, every team member plays an important role in delivering exceptional care. As a Respiratory Equipment Technician, you'll be part of a mission-driven organization that values teamwork, compassion, excellence, and service while providing meaningful opportunities to learn and grow within healthcare.

Apply today and become an essential part of the team that supports life-saving respiratory care at Mercy Hospital Springfield.