Respiratory Therapy Intern

Job Summary:

The Respiratory Care Intern provides limited respiratory care procedures designated by submitted clinical skills competency from the accredited Respiratory Care program he/she is enrolled in and validated by the respiratory department. Duties and responsibilities are under the direct supervision of a credentialed Respiratory Care Professional. Performance of this job will also require a close working relationship with the medical staff and respiratory care leadership. Good customer relations, assessment and communication skills are a must for this job.

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

Service
* Promotes a team spirit and positive work environment
Quality and Safety
* Provides current clinical skill competency each semester
* Perform limited respiratory care procedures
* Maintain high-level of patient safety (Medication Safety, NPSG, etc.)
Safe Environment
* Maintain clean work environment
* Clean, process, and deliver equipment
* Stock equipment areas as needed
Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.

Required Minimum Education:

• High School Diploma General or GED General

Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s):

All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.

• BLS - Basic Life Support or BLS-I - Basic Life Support - Instructor

Additional License(s) and Certification(s):

Required Minimum Experience:

Completion of one semester in a formal AMA approved program in Respiratory Therapy.
Required

Required Minimum Skills:

Ability to utilize good judgment and understanding of clinical limitations.
Excellent mental and cognitive skills for decision-making;
effective communication skills and ability to establish and maintain good working relationship with physicians and other hospital personnel.