Respiratory Therapy Student Extern

American Addiction Centers

5d•$20 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

This is a part-time, benefits-ineligible position for a Respiratory Therapy Student Extern at Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital. The extern will work under the observation of a licensed respiratory therapist to perform basic respiratory therapy procedures, manage equipment and supplies, and complete annual competencies. The role requires the ability to demonstrate age-appropriate patient care knowledge and skills, and may involve patient positioning and transporting duties. The extern will operate all necessary equipment and may be exposed to various hazards, requiring the use of personal protective equipment.

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).
No experience required.
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills plus ability to function independently.
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.

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

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
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