Respiratory Care Student Technician | Day Shift

CoxHealth; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

CoxHealth South in Springfield, MO, invites motivated students to join our Respiratory Care Unit as a student/trainee. You will perform respiratory therapies, oxygen administration, basic pulmonary function tests, and document patient responses per protocol under supervision.

Enrolled in an accredited Respiratory Program with pharmacology coursework is required; graduate status is preferred. The role offers hands-on experience in a hospital setting with day shifts and flexible scheduling for

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an accredited Respiratory Program and pharmacology course completed.
• No prior experience required.
• Evaluate and chart patient response to therapy per protocol.
• Able to educate patients, students and new staff.
• MBRC Education Permit required.

Responsibilities

• Perform respiratory therapy treatments and tests (including floor therapy).
• Oxygen administration and cardiopulmonary resuscitation as needed.
• Conduct basic pulmonary function procedures.
• Evaluate and chart patient response to therapy.
• Work in hospital areas as directed by supervisor.

Skills

Respiratory care

Patient assessment

Electronic documentation

Patient education

Education

Enrolled in accredited Respiratory Program

Pharmacology course completed

Graduate of accredited Respiratory Program (preferred)

Tools

EMR documentation

Job description

CoxHealth South in Springfield, MO, invites motivated students to join our Respiratory Care Unit as a student/trainee. You will perform respiratory therapies, oxygen administration, basic pulmonary function tests, and document patient responses per protocol under supervision.

Enrolled in an accredited Respiratory Program with pharmacology coursework is required; graduate status is preferred. The role offers hands-on experience in a hospital setting with day shifts and flexible scheduling for