Respiratory Therapy Extern: Per Diem/Rotating

Jefferson Health; Abington Township (PA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Abington Memorial Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Therapy Extern (Per Diem/Rotating) in Montgomery County, PA. Under supervision, you will process respiratory equipment, manage supplies, and distribute oxygen cylinders to patient care areas.

The role emphasizes infection control, inventory management, and collaboration with the Respiratory Care team to ensure equipment readiness and patient safety.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Student currently enrolled in an accredited respiratory program.
• 1 year experience in materials handling, equipment servicing, and/or direct patient contact is desirable.
• Good self-direction and motivational qualities are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Disassembles, washes, disinfects, sterilizes, and reassembles respiratory equipment as per infection control policy.
• Maintains proper inventory levels of consumable supplies, parts, medical gases, and medications.
• Collaborates with Respiratory Care Supervisor in initiating storeroom, pharmacy, and outside vendor relations.
• Maintains adequate function of equipment (ventilators, compressors, gas regulators, etc.) to meet patient demand.

Skills

Self-direction

Motivation

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Enrolled in accredited respiratory program

Job description

Abington Memorial Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Therapy Extern (Per Diem/Rotating) in Montgomery County, PA. Under supervision, you will process respiratory equipment, manage supplies, and distribute oxygen cylinders to patient care areas.

The role emphasizes infection control, inventory management, and collaboration with the Respiratory Care team to ensure equipment readiness and patient safety.