Student Respiratory Therapist Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Must be a full-time student in good standing in an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program.
• Provide a letter of good standing from the Respiratory Therapy Program every 90 days, or consent to an updated educational background check conducted by the company.
• Successfully complete academic and clinical competencies specific to each task.
• Have active healthcare provider Basic Life Support certification from ARC or AHA upon hire; AHA Healthcare Provider BLS is required within 60 days of hire.
• After graduation from the Respiratory Care Program, pass the Board Exam and obtain a state license within six months of graduation.

Responsibilities

• Perform aspects of respiratory care, including diagnostic tests of the cardiopulmonary system, according to policies and procedures under the direction of the Medical Director, Department.
• Respond to emergency situations.
• Maintain competencies to ensure compliance with regulatory statutes.
• Administer medications and treatments in accordance with established policies.
• Report unusual patient conditions or reactions to the immediate supervisor.
• Prepare electronic documentation of work and services rendered and provide written or verbal reports to oncoming staff.
• Perform quality control on Respiratory Care equipment, including I-STAT blood gas analyzers.
• Use resources efficiently and effectively.
• Maintain a safe environment.
• Address patient population-specific needs.
• Participate in Performance Improvement activities.
• Complete established competencies for the position within the designated introductory period and perform other related duties as assigned.