Respiratory Therapy Extern

Respiratory Therapy Extern

The respiratory therapy extern will work under the direct and under general supervision of a licensed respiratory therapist and will help to stabilize, prevent, or remedy patient respiratory problems in all patient care areas. In addition to supervised patient care, the RT extern will assume responsibility for the maintenance of a variety of respiratory therapy equipment and assist RT staff with departmental processes as needed.

Key Accountabilities:

Assists in the care of patients with respiratory problems in all areas of the hospital under the supervision of a licensed respiratory therapist. Develops critical thinking skills. Gains awareness of the role of the respiratory therapist in a hospital setting. Assumes responsibility for the maintenance of respiratory therapy equipment. Assists respiratory therapy staff with departmental processes. Takes responsibility for own professional growth and development.

Qualifications:

• Current enrollment in a respiratory therapy program and completion of at least one year of study.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR certification for healthcare providers
• Analytical as well as interpersonal skills in order to communicate effectively with patients, families, physicians, and staff.
• Highly motivated to learn clinical skills and display initiative

Physical Demands:

• Ability to move freely (standing, stooping, walking, bending, pushing, and pulling) and lift up to a maximum of fifty (50) pounds without assistance
• Job classification is exposed to blood borne pathogens (blood or bodily fluids) while performing job duties

Work Environment:

• Typically works in climate controlled environment
• Frequent movement throughout work environment
• Frequent exposure to sharp objects and instruments
• Occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock
• Occasional high noise level in work environment
• Possible exposure to communicable diseases, hazardous materials, and pharmacological agents
• Occasional contact with aggressive and or combative patients
• Use of computers throughout the work day
• Frequent use of keyboard with repetitive motion of hands, wrists, and fingers

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 4

Scheduled FTE: 0.1

Location: ThedaCare Regional Medical Center - Neenah - Neenah, Wisconsin

Overtime Exempt: No

Worker Shift Details: Days