Student, Respiratory Second Year

Lifepoint Health • Beckley, WV

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Second-Year Respiratory Student delivers routine respiratory therapy as delegated by a therapist and assesses patient condition to provide appropriate treatment. The role monitors, records, and communicates patient condition; educates patients and families about illness and available community resources; and helps monitor, receive, stock, and distribute respiratory care supplies and medical gas cylinders. The student also maintains storage areas with required supplies and equipment.

This is a PRN night-shift position at Raleigh General Hospital, part of Lifepoint Health. Candidates must be enrolled in a program leading to at least an Associate of Applied Science in Respiratory Care, hold a Student Temporary Permit issued by the WV Board of Respiratory Care, and obtain BCLS within 30 days of hire. Clinical experience is preferred.

Requirements

• Be enrolled in a program to graduate with a minimum of an Associate of Applied Science in Respiratory Care.
• Hold a Student Temporary Permit issued by the WV Board of Respiratory Care.
• Obtain BCLS 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 is preferred.

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.
• Paid family leave and paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance.
• Loan assistance.
• 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Mental, physical, and financial 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

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree