Respiratory Care Intern

Summary of Job Duties

Schedule: Temporary Part-Time
Located in Little Rock, Arkansas
This posting will be used to fill multiple positions
Respiratory Care Intern (RCI's) are hired for a specific unit and are expected to foster professionalism and fulfill work commitments on unit of assignment.
They work under the direct supervision of the Respiratory Therapist Team Manager within the Nursing Service Line standards and adhere to UAMS Health, policies, procedures and standards and guest care guidelines.

Work Shift

Work hours require 24 hours a month as negotiated with Respiratory Care Director; maximum of 1000 hours (increased to 1400 during pandemic) in a 12-month floating period;
applicant may select two (2) areas only;
online references must be completed before application will be processed.

Qualifications

• Required: Must have completed one (1) semester of a state approved Respiratory Therapy School (Seniors are not eligible if within 6 months of graduation)
• PREFERRED: Preference will be given to in-state; respiratory schools, and/or students who participate in clinical rotations and/or work at UAMS.

Responsibilities

• If selected for hire, respiratory student is to bring a copy of the respiratory school transcript to validate completion of one semester and one clinical rotation and sign the ‘RCI Statement of Eligibility’ to validate current respiratory school enrollment.
• RCIs hired must complete ‘New Employee Orientation' modules and ID Badge before 1st working day on the unit.
• To foster professionalism, RCI’s are hired for a specific unit and required to work every other weekend to equal a minimum of 24 hours/month unless otherwise authorized by the Respiratory Care Director.
• The Respiratory Care Managers are responsible for RCI scheduling.
• RCI’s request for schedule changes must be made to the Respiratory Care Director in writing prior to posting the two-week schedule in the ‘Kronos’ scheduling system.
• RCI’s are expected to provide written proof, i.e., current Transcript or Grade Report, Registration or Formal Nursing Program Letter to validate active student enrollment to respiratory care manager within 30 days after the close of each semester.
• RCI positions expire on the last day of the month of graduation. If RCI accepts a full time Respiratory Therapist position, RCI may continue to work as a RCI until transfer but must complete a minimum of 24 hours/month.
• RCI’s are hired for a specific unit and required to work every other weekend to equal a minimum of 24 hours/month unless otherwise authorized by the Respiratory Care Director.
• The Respiratory Care Managers are responsible for RCI scheduling.
• RCI’s request for schedule changes must be made to the Respiratory Care Director in writing prior to posting the two-week schedule in the ‘Kronos’ scheduling system.
• Call-ins and cancellations are in accordance with Nursing Service Line policy found in UAMS Employee Handbook.
• RCIs are expected to provide two weeks written notice for resignations. Failure to comply will be reflected on job references.
• RCIs are encouraged to seek out learning opportunities and communicate needs with staff. However, since the RCI is an employee not in a ‘respiratory care student’ position, RCIs cannot perform any skill outside the RCI role.

Additional Information

• Employees in this role must be fitted for, capable of donning and performing routine tasks in personal protective equipment to include N95 masks, Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPR) or Controlled Air Purifying Respirators (CAPR).
• Physical Requirements: Stand: Frequently Sit: Occasionally Walk: Frequently Bend, crawl, crouch, kneel, stoop or reach overhead: Occasionally Lift and carry weight: 100+ lbs Push and pull weight :100+ lbs Use hands to touch, handle or feel: Frequently Talk: Frequently Hear: Continuously Taste or smell: Occasionally Read, concentrate, think analytically: Continuously Physical Environment : Inside Medical Facility Environment Noise Level : Moderate Visual Requirements: Color discrimination, Depth perception, Far visual acuity, Near visual acuity Hazards: Biological, Chemical, Dust, Electrical, Fumes/Gases/Odors, Radiation, Sharp objects/tools

Salary Information

Salary Information: Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply

• Licence or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions)
• List of three Professional References (name, email, business title)
• Resume

Optional Documents

• Proof of Veteran Status

Pre-employment Screening Requirements

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Constant Physical Activity

• Frequent Physical Activity: Occasional Physical Activity: