Respiratory Therapy Intern: Hands-on Patient Care

Beacon Health System; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 33,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Beacon Health System in Kalamazoo, MI seeks a student in an allied health program to provide evaluation of and care for patients with respiratory insufficiencies. You will administer medications and treatments under supervision, monitor patient responses, and educate patients about their diseases and therapies.

Responsibilities include documenting patient status, participating in department meetings, and maintaining required certifications while working in a clinical environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Enrolled in a degree program specific to discipline.
• Anticipated graduation from an accredited degree specific program within twelve months.

Responsibilities

• Provides evaluation of and care for patients with respiratory insufficiencies.
• Administers medications and treatments based on patient outcomes, under supervision.
• Delivers and assesses patient response to ordered therapy.
• Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition.
• Provides patient education for diseases, medications, and treatment.

Skills

Patient care

CPR/BCLS knowledge

Healthcare teamwork

Education

High school diploma/GED

Enrolled in degreed program

Anticipated graduation within 12 months

Job description

Beacon Health System in Kalamazoo, MI seeks a student in an allied health program to provide evaluation of and care for patients with respiratory insufficiencies. You will administer medications and treatments under supervision, monitor patient responses, and educate patients about their diseases and therapies.

Responsibilities include documenting patient status, participating in department meetings, and maintaining required certifications while working in a clinical environment.