Respiratory Therapist Student Extern
About The Position
Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Student Extern to join their team in Virginia Beach, VA! This is a PRN, rotating shift role. Respiratory Students are unlicensed staff members who are within three semesters of graduation from an accredited RT program. They are accountable to, and work under the supervision of a professional, licensed Respiratory Therapist to perform delegated aspects of Respiratory Care. This may include both administrative and clinical duties that an unlicensed staff member is able to perform such as some aspects of patient care, cleaning equipment, ordering stock, stocking respiratory supply carts, and performing charge audits/reconciliation. This is a temporary position for up to 270 days.
Requirements
- Current student enrolled in a clinical Respiratory Care program.
- Must be within three semesters from graduation from an accredited Respiratory Care program.
- Must remain in good standing in the program until graduation.
- BLS certification within 90 days of hire.
- High School Diploma or GED.
Responsibilities
- Perform delegated aspects of Respiratory Care under the supervision of a licensed Respiratory Therapist.
- Perform administrative and clinical duties suitable for an unlicensed staff member.
- Assist with patient care.
- Clean equipment.
- Order stock.
- Stock respiratory supply carts.
- Perform charge audits/reconciliation.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision plans
- Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
- Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
- Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
- Emergency Backup Care
- Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
- Life Insurance
- 401k/403B with Employer Match
- Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
- Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000
- Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development
- Pet Insurance
- Legal Resources Plan
- Opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
