Respiratory Care Intern

CommonSpirit Health • Chattanooga, TN

4d

About The Position

Where You’ll Work CommonSpirit Memorial is an award-winning, not-for-profit, faith-based health care organization dedicated to the healing ministry of Jesus Christ. Founded by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, we offer a comprehensive continuum of care, from preventative and primary care to acute hospital services specializing in cancer, cardiac, neuroscience, stroke, and orthopedic services. Our commitment to excellence has earned us top prestigious recognition repeatedly from U.S. News and World Report, PINC AI™, CMS, Healthgrades®, Leapfrog, and most recently as one of the Best Places to Work in Tennessee. We are proud to serve Southeast Tennessee and Northwest Georgia with the expertise of 4,700 employees and nearly 500 affiliated physicians. Job Summary and Responsibilities As an Intern, you will provide essential support and contribute fresh perspectives to our team, gaining invaluable hands-on experience and professional development within your chosen field. Every day you will expertly assist with projects, conduct research, learn new skills, and meticulously support daily operations, applying academic knowledge in a real-world professional setting. To be successful, you will demonstrate outstanding eagerness to learn, strong work ethic, and a proactive, inquisitive demeanor, contributing to both your professional growth and our organizational goals. Assists licensed Respiratory Therapists in providing respiratory care to patients across the age spectrum (pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric), under direct supervision. This includes observing and assisting with treatments and procedures as appropriate to the intern's level of training. Cleans, disinfects, and reprocesses respiratory therapy equipment according to established protocols and infection control guidelines. Maintains inventory of supplies and equipment. Stocks and maintains respiratory care supply rooms and areas, ensuring adequate supplies are available for patient care. Assists with the distribution, collection, and conservation of oxygen cylinders, adhering to safety regulations. Assists licensed Respiratory Therapists during cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and other emergency situations, including rapid response calls, as appropriate to the intern's training and competency level. Accurately documents patient care activities and observations under the supervision of a licensed Respiratory Therapist, following established departmental procedures.

Requirements

• High School Graduate or equivalent, upon hire
• Must be a current student in an accredited Respiratory Care Educational Program and retain at least a 2.0 GPA within that program., upon hire
• Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire

Responsibilities

• Assists licensed Respiratory Therapists in providing respiratory care to patients across the age spectrum (pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric), under direct supervision.
• Observing and assisting with treatments and procedures as appropriate to the intern's level of training.
• Cleans, disinfects, and reprocesses respiratory therapy equipment according to established protocols and infection control guidelines.
• Maintains inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Stocks and maintains respiratory care supply rooms and areas, ensuring adequate supplies are available for patient care.
• Assists with the distribution, collection, and conservation of oxygen cylinders, adhering to safety regulations.
• Assists licensed Respiratory Therapists during cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and other emergency situations, including rapid response calls, as appropriate to the intern's training and competency level.
• Accurately documents patient care activities and observations under the supervision of a licensed Respiratory Therapist, following established departmental procedures.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees