Student Respiratory Therapist

Job description

Overview

nShifts Available:Variable(Flexible for student schedule)

nEmployment Type:Per Diem (PD / PRN)

nLocation:Riverview Regional Medical Center – Gadsden, AL

nWe are seeking aStudent Respiratory Therapist,sometimes referred to as our Respiratory Therapy Clinical Student. The Student Respiratory Therapist (Student RT) works under the direct supervision of a Respiratory Therapist. This role focuses on learning and assisting with a range of respiratory care procedures and treatments, providing hands-on experience while maintaining patient safety. Typically, the Student RT is enrolled in a respiratory therapy program and participates in clinical rotations within the hospital as part of their education. This position is on a per diem basis, meaning PD/PRN as needed.

nResponsibilities

nEssential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):

nnnAdminister respiratory treatments such as oxygen therapy, aerosol medications, chest physiotherapy or other related respiratory tasks

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nnOxygen Therapy:administer oxygen to patients with respiratory distress or low oxygen levels

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nnAerosol Medications:deliver medications via nebulizers or inhalers to help treat conditions like asthma or COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)

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nnChest Physiotherapy:assist in techniques to help patients clear mucus from their lungs

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nnMonitor patients' respiratory rates, oxygen levels (using pulse oximeters), and breathing patterns

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nnAssist in the drawing and analyzing of blood samples to assess levels of oxygen, carbon dioxide, and pH in the blood - Arterial Blood Gases (ABG)

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nnObserve and adjust mechanical ventilators for patients who are unable to breathe independently, ensuring settings are appropriate based on the patient's condition

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nnEnhance your skills on initial assessments of patients with breathing problems, which includes listening to lung sounds and assessing symptoms; report findings to supervising RTs or doctors to adjust treatment plans as needed

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nnAssist with some respiratory procedures, for example:

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nnIntubation and Extubation:assist in the placement or removal of endotracheal tubes, which help patients breathe in critical situations

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nnSuctioning:Help to remove secretions from a patient's airway to maintain a clear passage for breathing

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n nQualifications

nBefore we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have:

nnnMust be approved with State Respiratory Therapy board to work as a Student Respiratory Therapist

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nnCurrent BLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current

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nnAt the minimum, the student must be enrolled in an accredited respiratory program and completed first semester of clinical rotations

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nnHigh school diploma or equivalent

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nnWill not be able to work as a Student Respiratory Therapist if for any reason may become not eligible for an accredited respiratory therapy program

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n nAdditional Qualifications That Are a Plus:

nnPreferred, is a student who has completed more than one semester and/or other medical experience

n nFull benefits at Prime Healthcare:

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nEmployment Status

nPer Diem

nShift

nVariable

nEqual Employment Opportunity

nCompany is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights:

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nFacilityRiverview Regional Medical Center

nLocationUS-AL-Gadsden

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nCategoryClinical Tech

nPosition TypePer Diem

nShiftVariable

nJob TypeNon-Exempt

Worksite address

gadsden, AL, 35999, US

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