Respiratory Therapy Student PRN - Prov Respiratory Therapy - Providence Hsopital

USA Health; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

USA Health in Mobile is seeking a Respiratory Therapy Student to provide respiratory care and services under the supervision of a licensed Respiratory Therapist. The role includes assisting with assessments, administering treatments, and monitoring vitals while learning life support procedures.

Ideal candidates should be students or recent graduates eligible for a temporary license from the Alabama State Board of Respiratory Therapy. Experience in healthcare is preferred. The position may require flexibility in scheduling.

Qualifications

• Must qualify for student status by the Alabama State Board of Respiratory Therapy.
• Prior experience in a healthcare setting preferred.
• Temporary license if applicable required.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care and services to patients.
• Assist with assessments and administer treatments.
• Monitor vitals and learn life support procedures.

Skills

Basic Life Support (BCLS)

Healthcare experience

Respiratory care knowledge

Education

Student status by Alabama State Board of Respiratory Therapy

Recent graduate with temporary license

Job description

Overview

USA Health is Transforming Medicine along the Gulf Coast to care for the unique needs of our community. USA Health is changing how medical care, education, and research impact the health of people who live in Mobile and the surrounding area. Our team of doctors, advanced care providers, nurses, therapists, and researchers provides the region's most advanced medicine at multiple facilities, campuses, clinics, and classrooms. We offer patients convenient access to innovative treatments and advancements that improve the health and overall well-being of our community.

Responsibilities

• The Respiratory Therapy Student shall be under the direction of a licensed Respiratory Therapist.
• This individual shall be responsible to provide respiratory care and services to patients.
• Duties and responsibilities are limited to those within the scope of practice of an unlicensed respiratory therapist acting under the direction of a licensed respiratory therapist, to ensure the quality and continuity of patient care.
• This position may have additional duties assigned that are within the scope of the role.
• Assist with assessments, administer treatments (oxygen, nebulizers), monitor vitals, and learn life support procedures.
• Set up, clean, maintain, and troubleshoot respiratory equipment, and manage medical gas cylinders.
• Support licensed therapists, nurses, and physicians in developing and implementing care plans.
• Maintain a clean, safe clinical environment and restock supplies.
• Completes all mandatory department, educational and hospital requirements
• Adheres to current Infection Control and Safety Standards
• Regular and prompt attendance
• Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required
• Related duties as assigned

Additional Information

Employees must be in a regular position, working 20 hours or more per week (.50 FTE or greater) to qualify for benefits.

Qualifications

• Must qualify for student status by the Alabama State Board of Respiratory Therapy Required OR
• be a recent graduate with a temporary license from the Alabama State Board of Respiratory Care. Preferred
• Prior experience in a healthcare setting Preferred
• Temporary license if applicable Required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support Required
• Comparable combination of education and experience may substitute for the above requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity / Affimative Action Employer

The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected basis. EO Employer – minorities/females/veterans/disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.