Student Clinical - Respiratory Therapy

Christus Health; Alexandria (LA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Alexandria, Louisiana, seeks a team member to assist in evaluating patient status and providing basic bedside respiratory care. The ideal candidate is a high school graduate currently enrolled in an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program. This per diem role offers multiple shifts and requires good customer relations and basic computer skills. Appropriate training and basic life support certification are also required.

Qualifications

• Must have a basic understanding of respiratory disease procedures.
• Demonstrated interest in professional growth and development.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the evaluation of patient status and provide bedside respiratory care.
• Perform specific procedures associated with respiratory therapy following a prescribed treatment.
• Conduct patient/family education and maintain documentation.

Skills

Customer relations skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Enrolled in an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program

Job description

Description

Summary

Under direct supervision, assist in the evaluation of patient status and provides basic bedside respiratory care (determined prior to hire in the organization - subject to change as skill levels increase).

Responsibilities

• Under direct supervision, assist in the evaluation of patient status and provides basic bedside respiratory care (determined prior to hire in the organization - subject to change as skill levels increase).
• Displays abilities to perform specific procedures associated with respiratory therapy to the patient following a prescribed treatment plan by the physician and company policies and procedures.
• Performs patient/family education and maintains all necessary related documentation.
• Must have a basic understanding of respiratory disease procedures. Demonstrated interest in professional growth and development; ability to schedule/placement designations determined prior to hire in the organization.
• Must have good customer relations skills and basic computer skills.

Requirements

Education/Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current student enrolled and in good standing in an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program.

Experience

• None required

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (American Heart Association)

Work Schedule

MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE

Work Type

Per Diem As Needed