Respiratory Extern Student
About The Position
The Respiratory Extern Student at Northside Hospital participates as a member of the multidisciplinary team, assisting with assessing, implementing, planning, and evaluating patient care services under the direction and supervision of a licensed respiratory care professional. The role provides designated clinical and/or support services. The extern assists with respiratory care delivery, including airway clearance, suctioning, nebulizer therapies, supplemental oxygen setup and adjustment, incentive spirometry, and remote monitoring. The role also supports healthcare education, discharge planning, and management of the care environment. Duties may include stocking, cleaning, and setting up equipment and supplies. The extern maintains professional development, contributes to organizational and departmental goals, and performs other responsibilities as required under professional supervision.
Requirements
- Be a current respiratory therapy student who has successfully completed one clinical course in an accredited respiratory care program.
- Hold American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification.
Responsibilities
- Assist with respiratory care delivery to patients, incorporating age-related and developmental-specific requirements under the supervision of a licensed respiratory care professional.
- Assist with airway clearance, suctioning, nebulizer therapies, supplemental oxygen setup and adjustment, incentive spirometry, and remote monitoring duties.
- Participate in the educational process related to healthcare delivery under the supervision of a licensed respiratory care professional.
- Participate in discharge planning under the supervision of a licensed respiratory care professional.
- Assist in managing the care-delivery environment under the supervision of a licensed respiratory care professional.
- Assist with equipment and supply stocking, cleaning, and setup as needed.
- Maintain professional development.
- Participate in achieving organizational and departmental goals.
- Perform other responsibilities as required under the supervision of a licensed respiratory care professional.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
