Student Intern - Respiratory Therapy

CHRISTUS Health; Beaumont (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health Beaumont seeks a Respiratory Therapy student to support bedside patient care under supervision. You will assist in evaluating patient status and deliver basic respiratory care according to physician orders and department policies.

Responsibilities include patient and family education, documentation, and coordination with the care team. Prior hospital experience is preferred, and BLS certification is required or in process for students.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Current student enrolled and in good standing in an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (American Heart Association)

Responsibilities

• Assist in evaluation of patient status and provide basic bedside respiratory care according to prescribed treatment plan.
• Perform procedures associated with respiratory therapy following physician orders and department policies.
• Provide patient/family education and maintain related documentation.
• Demonstrated understanding of respiratory disease procedures and willingness to learn.
• Coordinate scheduling/placement as needed and maintain good customer relations and basic computer skills.

Skills

Basic bedside respiratory care

Patient education

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Active student in accredited Respiratory Therapy Program

Job description

Summary

Under direction 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 basic understanding of respiratory disease procedures. Demonstrated interest in professional growth and development; ability to scheduling/placement designations determined prior to hire in 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

• Previous hospital experience preferred.

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

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

Work Schedule

PRN

Work Type

Per Diem As Needed