Supports Shannon Health's commitment to excellence and community service. Job Status: PRN / Part-Time Internship (as applicable) Department: Respiratory Therapy Reports To: Respiratory Therapy ...

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Supports Shannon Health's commitment to excellence and community service. Job Status: PRN / Part-Time Internship (as applicable) Department: Respiratory Therapy Reports To: Respiratory Therapy ...
Supports Shannon Health's commitment to excellence and community service. Job Status: PRN / Part-Time Internship (as applicable) Department: Respiratory Therapy Reports To: Respiratory Therapy ...
Supports Shannon Health's commitment to excellence and community service. Job Status: PRN / Part-Time Internship (as applicable) Department: Respiratory Therapy Reports To: Respiratory Therapy ...
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Part-time, Per diem, Internship
Posted 14 days ago
Job description
Shannon Health - San Angelo, Texas
Position Summary
The Respiratory Therapist Intern assists the Respiratory Care team in delivering high-quality respiratory services to patients under the direct supervision of a licensed Respiratory Therapist. This internship provides hands-on clinical experience for students currently enrolled in an accredited Respiratory Care program and supports the development of clinical skills, patient care competencies, and professional growth within a healthcare environment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist licensed Respiratory Therapists in providing respiratory care treatments and procedures.
- Observe, learn, and participate in respiratory therapy interventions under direct supervision.
- Assist with the setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting of respiratory care equipment.
- Monitor and document patient responses to treatments as directed.
- Support oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy, airway clearance techniques, and other respiratory care procedures within scope and training.
- Participate in patient assessments and clinical rounds as appropriate.
- Practice infection prevention and safety protocols in all patient care activities.
- Assist with cleaning, stocking, and maintaining respiratory therapy equipment and supplies.
- Accurately document care activities in the electronic medical record according to department policies.
- Communicate professionally with patients, families, physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary team members.
- Attend department meetings, educational sessions, and training opportunities.
- Demonstrate Shannon Health's mission, vision, values, and commitment to exceptional patient care.
Required
- Currently enrolled in and actively attending an accredited Respiratory Care program.
- Completion of program coursework sufficient to participate in clinical respiratory care activities.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association or ability to obtain upon hire.
- Ability to perform duties under supervision in accordance with hospital policies and applicable regulations.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
- Previous healthcare experience or clinical rotations in a hospital setting.
- Knowledge of respiratory therapy equipment and patient care practices.
- Progress toward eligibility for respiratory therapy credentialing.
- Basic understanding of respiratory therapy principles and practices.
- Ability to follow clinical instructions and departmental procedures.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient safety.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
- Excellent customer service and communication skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA requirements.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move throughout the workday.
- Ability to lift, move, and position equipment and supplies in accordance with department requirements.
- Ability to respond quickly in emergency situations.
- Manual dexterity sufficient to operate respiratory care equipment and computer systems.
- Hospital and clinical care environment.
- Exposure to infectious diseases, bodily fluids, and other healthcare-related hazards.
- May be required to work varying shifts, weekends, holidays, and on-call assignments as needed.
- Provides compassionate, patient-centered care.
- Demonstrates professionalism, accountability, and integrity.
- Promotes a culture of safety, quality, and teamwork.
- Supports Shannon Health's commitment to excellence and community service.
Job Status: PRN / Part-Time Internship (as applicable)
Department: Respiratory Therapy
Reports To: Respiratory Therapy Manager or Designated Clinical Supervisor
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