Respiratory Therapy Extern

Trinity Health • Muskegon, MI

3d

About The Position

Performs technical procedures related to the treatment of patients with Cardiopulmonary disorders, including the assembly of equipment and administration of respiratory medications, under the direct supervision of a Respiratory Therapist.

Requirements

• High School diploma/GED; or current student in an accredited Respiratory Therapy program and/or college level courses.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification.
• Successful graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program is expected within 18 months of hire
• Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) is expected within 6 months following graduation.

Responsibilities

• Cleans, assembles, and maintains all Respiratory Care Department equipment within scope of practice.
• Utilizes supplies and resources in a cost-effective manner.
• Under general supervision by a Respiratory Therapist, perform tasks according to policy and standard procedures.
• Monitors patient response to therapy and provides timely, accurate documentation in electronic medical records.
• Therapies include administration of nasal oxygen, nebulized medication treatments, tracheostomy care, and Pulmonary Hygiene therapy (e.g.; Acapella, Thera-Pep, etc.), ECGs, to patients as prescribed by a physician. (Note: For Respiratory Therapy Student Tech’s only, who have accomplished the theory and clinical module in P&PD, ABG puncture with analyzation, and/or non-invasive ventilation such as BIPAP/CPAP successfully in school and have completed a THMU RC competency. Will establish and maintain applicable Respiratory Care competencies.)
• Accurately completes Electronic Health Record documentation per department standards; and maintains the Order Entry and Charging system for services rendered.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation, DAILYPAY
• Benefits effective Day One! No waiting periods.
• Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability
• Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions
• Colleague Referral Program to earn cash and prizes
• Unlimited career growth opportunities with one of the largest Catholic healthcare organizations in the country
• Tuition Reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees