Respiratory Therapist Student Extern

Sentara; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Sentara Health is looking for PRN RT Students to learn and advance in respiratory care at Norfolk General Hospital. The position offers valuable exposure to clinical practices, innovative care, and the potential for career growth within a supportive environment. Join a leading medical center and enrich your experience in a collaborative setting focused on exceptional patient care.

Benefits

Tuition Assistance - $5,250/year

401(k) with Employer Match

Paid Time Off and Sick Leave

Reimbursement for certifications and free access to CEUs

Potential for annual discretionary bonus

Qualifications

• Current student enrolled in Respiratory Care program, within 3 semesters from graduation.
• BLS Certification needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional care using RT-driven protocols.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals for patient management.

Skills

Communication

Team Collaboration

Critical Thinking

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

BLS Certification

Enrolled in clinical Respiratory Care program

Job description

Life insurance, paid time off, sick time, tuition assistance, 401(k), 403(b), remote work

Sentara Health is seeking PRN RT Students to join their team at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital in Norfolk, VA!

Required Qualifications:

• HS Diploma or Equivalent
• BLS Certification
• Current Student enrolled in clinical Respiratory Care program must be within 3 semesters from graduation from an accredited Respiratory Care program

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital:

Are you looking for more? More autonomy, more innovative care, and more engagement as a valued member of the team? We're looking for a highly motivated respiratory therapist who wants to collaborate with nurses, physicians, and others using RT-driven protocols to provide exceptional care for our patients. Sentara Norfolk General Hospital is a 525-bed academic medical center and the region's only Level I trauma center. It is also home to Nightingale, the first hospital-based air ambulance in Virginia, and Sentara Heart Hospital, the area's first and only dedicated heart hospital. Our high-acuity, specialized units include nine ICUs (burns, neuro, vascular, cardiac, general medicine, and progressive ventilation).

As a respiratory therapist at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, you will learn advanced practices such as esophageal balloon-guided ventilation, lung protective ventilation, and monitoring indices to reduce ventilator-induced lung injury (VILI). Our respiratory-driven protocols enable the use of tools like APRV and Volumetric Diffusive Respiration. Our proactive approach is praised by physicians, nurses, and colleagues. We also offer a residency program to equip new hires with the necessary tools and support, emphasizing understanding the science behind procedures and encouraging proactive thinking. We value work-life balance and offer self-scheduling to support our team's needs.

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Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career

• Adoption, Fertility, and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
• Emergency Backup Care
• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
• Life Insurance
• 401k/403B with Employer Match
• Tuition Assistance - $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
• Student Debt Pay Down - $10,000
• Reimbursement for certifications and free access to CEUs and professional development
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan
• Potential for an annual discretionary bonus based on system and employee criteria

Sentara is committed to enhancing training, career advancement, and work-life benefits to make every day rewarding.

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, located in Norfolk, VA, is a 525-bed tertiary care facility with the region's only Level I Adult Trauma Center and burn trauma unit. It serves as the primary teaching hospital for Eastern Virginia Medical School. The hospital offers specialized services including heart and vascular care, neurosciences, neurosurgery, urology, oncology, spine care, advanced imaging, behavioral health, maternity, and women's health, including a state-of-the-art neonatal ICU.

Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity and inclusion within its nearly 30,000-member workforce. We are committed to a tobacco-free environment.

Remote work eligibility: Sentara employs associates in Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.

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