Respiratory Therapy Student Intern

OSF HealthCare; Evergreen Park (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

OSF HealthCare in Evergreen Park, IL seeks a Respiratory Therapist to deliver patient-focused respiratory care per physician orders and to monitor department supplies and equipment.

The role may be supervised by a credentialed Respiratory Care Practitioner and requires enrollment in an accredited RT program with ongoing activity, plus a current American Heart BLS card. EMR documentation and teamwork are essential in this role.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in an accredited respiratory therapist program and remain active to maintain employment status in the respiratory therapy department.
• Must have a current American Heart BLS card.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory therapy to patients as ordered by the physician.
• Monitor levels of supplies and equipment for department and stock patient care areas.

Skills

Respiratory therapy

BLS certification

Education

Enrolled in accredited respiratory therapist program

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Total Rewards

OSF HealthCare is dedicated to provide Mission Partners with a comprehensive and market-competitive total rewards package that includes benefits, compensation, recognition and well-being offerings that focus on the whole person and engage with their current stage of life and career.

The hourly rate for this position is $22.12/hour This is an Hourly position.

Overview

POSITION SUMMARY

Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide respiratory therapy to patients as ordered by the prescribing physician that is appropriate to the ages of the patients served. Monitors, in accordance with established procedures, levels of supplies and equipment for department and stocks supply room and patient care areas as needed. May perform respiratory services ordered by a provider with the supervision of a credentialed Respiratory Care Practitioner.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Education:
  Must be enrolled in an accredited respiratory therapist program and successfully completed the first semester of the program.
  Must remain active in the program to maintain employment status in the respiratory therapy department and cannot exceed three years from start to finish of the respiratory program.
• License/Certification:
  Must have a current American Heart BLS card.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Other Skills:
  Must have basic electronic medical record documentation skills.

OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.