Respiratory Therapy Student Intern

OSF HealthCare; Evergreen Park (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

OSF HealthCare is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to deliver patient care and respiratory services as ordered by physicians. The role includes monitoring supplies and equipment for the department and ensuring patient safety and quality of care.

The position requires enrollment in an accredited respiratory therapy program with early program progress and a current American Heart BLS card. This is an on-site hourly role at OSF HealthCare facilities.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in an accredited respiratory therapist program and successfully completed the first semester.
• 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.
• Must have a current American Heart BLS card.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory therapy to patients as ordered by the prescribing physician.
• Monitor supplies and equipment levels in department and stocks care areas.

Skills

Respiratory therapy

Patient care

Documentation

EMR documentation

Education

American Heart BLS certification

Enrolled in accredited respiratory therapist program

First semester completed

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

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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.