Respiratory Care Extern - Respiratory - Days - PT-20

Memorial Hospital at Gulfport•Gulfport, MS

About The Position

The Respiratory Care Extern works under the supervision of a licensed Respiratory Therapist and assists with limited, low-risk respiratory therapy procedures. The role gathers patient information, monitors and tracks respiratory therapy activities, and updates patient medical records. It also involves setting up, cleaning, maintaining, stocking, and transporting respiratory therapy equipment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Must be enrolled as a second-year Respiratory Care Extern in an accredited respiratory care program.
Required experience: 0 years.
Knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the human airway, lungs, and respiration cycle.
Knowledge of the principles of oxygen therapy.
Knowledge of respiratory therapy equipment operation.
Skill in assessment and care of patients with cardiopulmonary disorders.
Skill in patient examination and evaluation.
Ability to keep accurate records and patient charts.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to interpret physician instructions.
Ability to use and operate equipment and instruments used in patient care.
Ability to conduct respiratory tests and treatments.
Ability to clean and perform routine maintenance on equipment.

Responsibilities

Assist Respiratory Therapists with limited, low-risk therapy procedures.
Assist in providing limited care to patients with acute and chronic respiratory conditions.
Use non-exotic aerosol therapy to perform treatments or diagnostic procedures.
Perform hyperinflation and airway clearance therapy.
Monitor patients undergoing treatment, procedures, and other medical activities.
Set up, sterilize, and maintain respiratory therapy equipment.
Assist in cardiorespiratory arrests.
Assist the healthcare team in collecting patient data.
Interview and examine patients to obtain clinical data.
Update patient medical records and track respiratory therapy activities.