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Respiratory Therapy Student/Intern ( RTS/I)

Emerson Hospital
United States, Massachusetts, Concord
133 Old Road to 9 Acre Corner (Show on map)
Dec 03, 2024
Respiratory Therapy Student/Intern ( RTS/I)
Job Ref: 31022

Category: Respiratory

Location:
Emerson Hospital,
133 Old Road to Nine Acre Corner,
Concord,
MA 01742


Department: Respiratory Therapy

Schedule: Full Time

Shift: Day shift

Hours: 0700-1930

Job Summary :

The Respiratory Therapy Student reporting to the Director, Cardio/Pulmonary/Neurology,will work within a team of trained, certified Respiratory Therapists and may assist in providing respiratory care for the adult, neonatal and pediatric patients under the strict supervision of a licensed Respiratory Therapists.

Job Functions:

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  • Assists Respiratory Therapists in respiratory care procedures in accordance with established departmental and hospital policies and procedures. ( According to MA. Limited Permit, RTS/I may independently treat patients ordered for Hand Nebulizer therapy, Chest Physical Therapy, and Oxygen Therapy. Random and structured proficiency review for all RTS/I activities will be performed by Director and / or designee.)
  • Assists in making assessments of patient's respiratory status.
  • Assists in assembling necessary equipment and administering prescribed therapies under the direction and oversight of a licensed RT
  • Helps monitor a patient's response to therapies and reports these responses to a licensed RT
  • Assists in transporting patients
  • Other duties as assigned from time to time.

Minimum Qualifications:

* Education- High School Diploma or GED Equivalent and currently enrolled in an accredited Respiratory Therapy, ( RT) program.

* Experience- Appropriate Clinical rotations through current RT Program

  • Licensure and/or Certification - Current MA. STATE RT LISCENSE -LIMITTED PERMIT
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