Aspiring Respiratory Therapist – Clinical Assistant

Prisma Health; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Prisma Health is seeking a Respiratory Care student for clinical education at Richland Hospital in Columbia, SC. This role supports the delivery of basic respiratory care and teaching under a preceptor, while actively completing RCS didactic and clinical testing as part of an AMA credited program.

The program emphasizes patient assessment, airway care, bronchial hygiene, and documentation in the EMR, under direct oversight. Expected to develop critical bedside skills through hands-on practice.

Qualifications

• CPR/BLS certification, basic computer and typing skills required.
• Enrollment in AMA credited respiratory care program with RCS didactic/testing underway.

Responsibilities

• Assist with delivery of basic respiratory care under direct supervision.
• Perform airway care and suctioning per clinician directions.
• Document therapy and patient response in electronic medical record.
• Assist with oxygen delivery and basic testing as assigned.
• Maintain equipment and ensure proper function and safety.

Skills

CPR/BLS

Basic computer skills

Word processing

Math skills

Office equipment knowledge

Education

AMA credited respiratory care program enrollment

Job description

Prisma Health is seeking a Respiratory Care student for clinical education at Richland Hospital in Columbia, SC. This role supports the delivery of basic respiratory care and teaching under a preceptor, while actively completing RCS didactic and clinical testing as part of an AMA credited program.

The program emphasizes patient assessment, airway care, bronchial hygiene, and documentation in the EMR, under direct oversight. Expected to develop critical bedside skills through hands-on practice.