Student, Respiratory Second Year

Lifepoint Health • Beckley, WV

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Second-Year Respiratory Student delivers routine respiratory therapy as delegated by a therapist, assesses patient condition and provides appropriate treatment, and monitors, records, and communicates patient condition. The student educates patients and families about illness and provides information about community support groups and other resources. The role also includes monitoring, receiving, stocking, and distributing respiratory care supplies and medical gas cylinders, and maintaining required supply levels and equipment in storage areas.

This PRN position is on the night shift at Raleigh General Hospital, part of Lifepoint Health. Applicants must be enrolled in a program leading to at least an Associate of Applied Science in Respiratory Care and hold a Student Temporary Permit issued by the West Virginia Board of Respiratory Care. BCLS certification is required within 30 days of hire; clinical experience is preferred.

Requirements

• Be enrolled in a program leading to graduation with a minimum of an Associate of Applied Science in Respiratory Care.
• Hold a Student Temporary Permit issued by the West Virginia Board of Respiratory Care.
• Obtain BCLS certification within 30 days of hire.
• Have familiarity with the organization and functions of each hospital department.
• Demonstrate leadership ability, integrity, and initiative.
• Be able to solve problems effectively and handle stress in a positive manner.
• Maintain harmonious relationships with nursing personnel, medical staff, hospital administration, and all hospital departments.

Nice To Haves

• Clinical experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver routine therapy as delegated by a therapist.
• Assess patient condition and deliver appropriate treatment.
• Monitor, record, and communicate patient condition.
• Educate patients and families about the patient's illness and provide information about community support groups and other resources.
• Monitor, receive, stock, and distribute respiratory care supplies and medical gas cylinders.
• Maintain storage areas with required supply levels and equipment.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Paid family leave and paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance.
• Loan assistance.
• 401(k) retirement package with company match.
• Wellness programs, including free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs.
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree