Respiratory Extern

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Any (United States of America)

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A Brief Overview

This opportunity is for first and second year students enrolled in a Respiratory Program.

The Respiratory Extern works within the Respiratory Care Department to deliver limited respiratory care support services under the supervision of an individual holding a Pennsylvania license. The Respiratory Extern provides supportive care to patients, including surveillance of monitoring equipment; assists respiratory care practitioners in the provision of care to pediatric patients and their families; and maintains a clean, comfortable, and well-stocked area.
What you will do

• Performs equipment set-up and monitoring under direct supervision of RT/Preceptor.
• Assists in the provision of care to patients and families under the supervision of RT/Preceptor.
• Demonstrates an awareness of research.

Education Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED Required
• Associate's Degree Current enrollment in Respiratory Therapist program Required

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to handle confidential information appropriately.
• Ability to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing

Licenses and Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) - issued through on organization that requires a hands-on instructor lead psychomotor skills verification (ex. American Heart Association or Red Cross). - upon hire - Required

To carry out its mission, CHOP is committed to supporting the health of our patients, families, workforce, and global community. As a condition of employment, CHOP employees who work in patient care buildings or who have patient facing responsibilities must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and receive an annual influenza vaccine. Learn more.
Employees may request exemptions for valid religious and medical reasons. Start dates may be delayed until candidates are immunized or exemption requests are reviewed.
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