Student Respiratory Therapist

Overview Join our team as a Student Respiratory Therapist in Tyler, TX. Why Join Us? Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well‑being. People-First: We prioritize your well‑being with a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for. Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care. Get to Know Your Team: UT Health Tyler, the flagship hospital of the system, has 432 licensed beds specializing in advanced acute care medicine. Our hospital includes a 24-hour ER with Level 1 trauma center, a comprehensive stroke center, more than 500 physicians and a full complement of subspecialty groups. Responsibilities Prepare equipment and supplies for respiratory therapist to perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in a manner that ensures an accurate and complete examination/treatment by complying with established policies and procedures. Organizes and documents all aspects of assigned duties in coordination with therapists, nursing personnel, and other areas of department to ensure accurate and timely performance of therapeutic procedures. Participates in performance improvement activities by collecting data for performance improvement activities to ensure quality is consistent with established standards. Assumes responsibility for professional growth and development by participating in educational activities to promote continuous improvement and compliance with patient care standards. Qualifications Job Requirements: High School Diploma or Equivalent Enrolled in a CoARC approved Respiratory Therapy program Completion of 1st year of respiratory therapy program Knowledge and ability to operate all respiratory equipment CPR Certified Basic Life Support within 90 days of hire date #J-18808-Ljbffr