Respiratory Therapist Extern

Presbyterian Healthcare Services; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Certification reimbursement

Safety badge program

Shift differentials (night/weekend)

Loan forgiveness eligibility

Malpractice insurance

EPIC training

Job summary

Presbyterian Healthcare Services in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a Respiratory Therapist Extern to jump-start your career. This externship targets students enrolled in a Respiratory Therapy program, providing hands-on experience in a real healthcare setting.

Highlights include tuition and certification reimbursement options, staff safety measures, shift differential opportunities, malpractice coverage, loan forgiveness programs, and experience with the EPIC charting system.

Qualifications

• Must have High School Diploma or GED.
• Vocational school in Respiratory Care required.
• Requires NM respiratory care training permit.
• Must be CRTT eligible or currently enrolled in accredited respiratory program.
• BLS Certification required at time of hire.

Responsibilities

• Maintains and ensures oxygen administration to patients and implements oxygen therapy protocol.
• Administers routine respiratory care including nebulization, Chest PT, IPPB.
• Performs diagnostic procedures such as EKG, bedside spirometry, nocturnal oximetry, ABGs.
• Assists in cardiopulmonary resuscitation.

Skills

CRT eligible

Current enrollment in program

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational Respiratory Care training

Tools

BLS Certification

Job description

Location Address:

1100 Central Ave SEAlbuquerque, NM 87106-4930

Compensation Pay Range:

Minimum Offer $16.37Maximum Offer $24.89

Summary:

Get a jump start in your career as a Respiratory Therapist.
We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Respiratory Therapist Extern to join our team. This externship is designed for students currently enrolled in a Respiratory Therapy program, providing them with the opportunity to gain practical experience in a real-world healthcare setting.

How you grow, learn and thrive matters here.

• Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities
• Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)
• Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications and various lead roles (for eligible positions)
• Malpractice liability insurance
• Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department
• EPIC electronic charting system

Type of Opportunity: PRNFTE: 0.00Job Exempt: NoWork Shift: 12 Hour Nights (United States of America)

Responsibilities:

• Maintains and ensures oxygen administration to patients and implements oxygen therapy protocol.
• Administers routine respiratory care responsibilities, including nebulization, Chest PT, IPPB, etc.
• Perform diagnostic procedures to include EKG, bedside spirometry, nocturnal oximetry, and ABGs.
• Assists in cardiopulmonary resuscitation.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Vocational school in Respiratory Care.
• Requires New Mexico Respiratory Care training permit.
• Must be CRTT eligible or currently enrolled in an accredited respiratory program.
• BLS Certification is required at the time of hire.

We're all about well-being, starting with yours.

Presbyterian employees have access to a fun, engaging and unique wellness program, including free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, wellness challenges and more.

Learn more about our employee benefits.

About Presbyterian Healthcare Services

Presbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members, and the communities we serve. We are locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly 14,000 employees - including more than 1600 providers and nearly 4,700 nurses.

Our health plan serves more than 580,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans.

AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.

Compensation Disclaimer

The compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to experience and training, internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.

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