Respiratory Therapy Extern

American Addiction Centers•Milwaukee, WI

4d•$20 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

Under the observation of a licensed respiratory therapist, the Respiratory Therapy Extern may perform routine and basic level respiratory therapy procedures including oxygen therapy, pulse oximetry, aerosol therapy and incentive spirometry. This role is responsible for organizing and maintaining the supply of respiratory therapy equipment and supplies as needed by department specific standards. The extern will collect equipment from all areas of the hospital and clean and reassemble equipment according to proper procedure observing standard precautions, and process disposable/non-disposable equipment based on infection prevention guidelines. The position requires completing annual hospital competencies and learning new equipment/supplies, procedures, and processes as needed. The extern will perform various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique. Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served, including understanding the principles of growth and development over the life span and assessing data reflective of the patient's status to identify age-specific needs.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in an accredited or approved program in Respiratory Therapy.
Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA).
Wisconsin externs: Must transition into graduate respiratory therapist position immediately.
Illinois externs: The status of an extern shall not exceed 3 years from date of enrollment in an approved program.
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills plus ability to function independently.
Will be required to walk, stand, squat, reach above the shoulders and sit throughout the workday.
Repetitive use of hands including simple grasping, pushing/pulling and fine manipulation.
Must be able to: lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist.
Must be able to: lift up to 20 lbs. over the head.
Must be able to: carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.
Must be able to: push/pull with 30 lbs. of force.
Must be able to: perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.
Must have functional speech, vision and hearing.
May be exposed to chemical and radiation hazards as well as blood and body fluids; therefore, personal protective equipment must be worn as necessary.
Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

Responsibilities

Under the observation of a licensed respiratory therapist, may perform routine and basic level respiratory therapy procedures including oxygen therapy, pulse oximetry, aerosol therapy and incentive spirometry.
Organizes and maintains supply of respiratory therapy equipment and supplies as needed by department specific standards.
Collects equipment from all the areas of the hospital and cleans and reassembles equipment according to proper procedure observing standard precautions. Processes disposable/non-disposable equipment based on infection prevention guidelines.
Completes annual hospital competencies. Learns new equipment/supplies, procedures, and processes as needed to perform their job as appropriate.
Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique (if applicable).
Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.

Benefits

Comprehensive suite of Total Rewards
Benefits and well-being programs
Competitive compensation
Generous retirement offerings
Programs that invest in your career development
Compensation: Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Benefits and more: Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program