Respiratory Care Student

It’s more than a career, it’s a calling. MO-SSM Health St. Clare Hospital – Fenton. Second‑year Respiratory Therapy student – PRN position with no set schedule and flexible shifts including days, nights and weekends. Must be eligible to obtain a Missouri permit before starting the job and be aware of the requirements for the clinical director’s sign‑off on the permit application. Job Summary Provides evaluation of and care for respiratory therapy patients consistent with student scope of practice. Responsibilities Administers medications and treatments to patients under appropriate supervision. Delivers and assesses patient response to ordered therapy. Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition. Provides patient education regarding diseases, medications, and treatment. May respond to medical emergencies and rapid responses. Works in a constant state of alertness and to maintain safety. Performs other duties as assigned. Education Enrolled in a Respiratory Therapy program. Experience No experience required. Physical Requirements Constant use of speech to share information orally. Constant standing and walking. Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0‑25 lbs. Frequent sitting, reaching and keyboard use/data entry. Frequent use of vision and depth perception at 20 inches or less and 20 feet or more, and to identify colors. Frequent use of smell to detect/recognize odors. Frequent use of hearing to receive oral communication, distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc. Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25‑50 lbs. Occasional lifting/moving of patients. Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting, gripping and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements. Occasional driving. Rare crawling and running. Required Professional Licenses / Certifications State of Missouri. Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP) – American Heart Association (AHA). Respiratory Educ Permit – Missouri Division of Professional Registration. Job Details Work Shift: PRN/Per Diem (United States of America). Job Type: Employee. Department: Respiratory Therapy. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0. Benefits SSM Health offers a comprehensive benefits package. Paid parental leave: one week for newborns or newly adopted children (pro‑rated based on FTE). Flexible payment options: Voluntary DailyPay offering instant access to earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday. Upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members. Equal Opportunity Employer SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr SSM Health