Clinical Intern Respiratory Therapy

Ardent Health Services; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Ardent Health Services is hiring a Clinical Intern for Respiratory Therapy-A in Amarillo, Texas. This position involves day shift work under the supervision of a licensed therapist, focusing on patient care, health monitoring, and equipment maintenance.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma or GED, current enrollment in Amarillo College Respiratory Care Program, and BLS certification within 14 days of hire. This role is critical for those pursuing a career in respiratory care.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of patients.

Responsibilities

• Perform functions under the supervision of a licensed respiratory therapist.
• Manage patient care and maintain equipment cleanliness.

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Currently enrolled in Amarillo College Respiratory Care Program

BLS certification

Job description

Join our team as a day shift, PRN, Respiratory Therapy-A, Clinical Intern, Respiratory in Amarillo, TX.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for performing functions as authorized under the direct supervision of a licensed respiratory therapist.
• In addition, performs basic respiratory tasks/procedures to include patient care, reporting patient conditions, circumstances, and maintaining equipment and unit cleanliness.
• The Clinical intern must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must be currently enrolled and in good academic standing in Amarillo College Respiratory Care Program.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.