GMC Respiratory Therapy Extern

Geisinger • Danville, PA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Jump‑start your clinical experience! This program is for RT students who’ve completed their first year and want real‑world exposure. As an RT Extern, you’ll observe routine and advanced respiratory procedures, work closely with licensed RTs, and assist with preparing and cleaning life‑support equipment. It’s the perfect way to build confidence, sharpen skills and get a feel for life on the respiratory care team.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)- (Required)
• Resume required with application
• Basic Life Support Certification - Default Issuing Body

Nice To Haves

• Associate's Degree-Respiratory Therapy (Preferred)

Responsibilities

• Take apart, clean, and reassemble real respiratory equipment, then perform quality‑control checks to make sure everything is patient‑ready.
• Observe and assist with downloading Nocturnal Oximetry reports, gaining exposure to sleep‑related respiratory monitoring.
• Practice auscultating lung sounds and reviewing medical records while following all patient‑confidentiality and HIPAA guidelines.
• Set up oxygen therapy devices at the bedside—then watch the licensed therapist apply the therapy directly to the patient.
• Work is typically performed in a clinical environment.
• Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures.
• The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job.
• Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.

Benefits

• We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners.
• We encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality.
• We know that a diverse workforce with unique experiences and backgrounds makes our team stronger.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED