Respiratory Therapy Extern

Description

Performs technical procedures related to the treatment of patients with Cardiopulmonary disorders, including the assembly of equipment and administration of respiratory medications, under the direct supervision of a Respiratory Therapist.

Shift

Shift: 12 Hour Evening Shift

Position Highlights and Benefits

• Competitive compensation, DAILYPAY Benefits effective Day One!
• No waiting periods. Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability
• Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions
• Colleague Referral Program to earn cash and prizes
• Unlimited career growth opportunities with one of the largest Catholic healthcare organizations in the country
• Tuition Reimbursement

Position Purpose

Performs technical procedures related to the treatment of patients with Cardiopulmonary disorders, including the assembly of equipment and administration of respiratory medications, under the direct supervision of a Respiratory Therapist.

What the Respiratory Therapy Extern Will Do

• Cleans, assembles, and maintains all Respiratory Care Department equipment within scope of practice.
• Utilizes supplies and resources in a cost-effective manner.
• Under general supervision by a Respiratory Therapist, perform tasks according to policy and standard procedures.
• Maintains patient response to therapy and provides timely, accurate documentation in electronic medical records.
• Therapies include administration of nasal oxygen, nebulized medication treatments, tracheostomy care, and Pulmonary Hygiene therapy (e.g.; Acapella, Thera-Pep, etc.), ECGs, to patients as prescribed by a physician.
• (Note: For Respiratory Therapy Student Tech’s only, who have accomplished the theory and clinical module in P&PD, ABG puncture with analyzation, and/or non-invasive ventilation such as BIPAP/CPAP successfully in school and have completed a THMU RC competency. Will establish and maintain applicable Respiratory Care competencies.)
• Accurately completes Electronic Health Record documentation per department standards; and maintains the Order Entry and Charging system for services rendered.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED; or current student in an accredited Respiratory Therapy program and/or college level courses.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification.
• Successful graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program is expected within 18 months of hire.
• Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) is expected within 6 months following graduation.