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Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

Under the direction of a licensed Respiratory professional, the Student Respiratory Therapist will provide evaluation of and care for patients with respiratory insufficiencies consist with student scope of practice for the Respiratory Department for the adult and geriatric population. The student must frequently communicate with all the therapists. Routine duties will include but are not limited to administering sage and competent respiratory care as ordered by the physician, organization of equipment, stocking, assist with delivering and replacing oxygen cylinders when indicated, and transportation of patients. The student follows all RSFH Departmental Policies and Procedures and performs tasks only after successful passing of theoretical and practical competencies, administered by RSFH Departmental leadership and or staff.

Essential Job Functions

• ​ Administer medication and treatments based on patient outcomes, under appropriate supervision. Aerosolized therapy uses small volume nebulizers, metered dose inhalers, dry powdered inhalers, breath-actuated nebulizer, and vibrating mesh nebulizer.

• Airway Clearance and Lung Expansion Therapy (i.e., Vest, OPEP, PEP, and CPT).

• Arterial blood gas sampling.

• Baseline pulmonary function testing.

• Cleaning and preparing equipment.

• Deliver and assess patient response to ordered therapy all with proper documentation.

• Intra-hospital transport.

• Nocturnal oximetry recording and downloading.

• Provide patients with education for diseases, medications, and treatment.

• Supplemental oxygen therapy.

• Tracheostomy care and sterile suctioning.

• Performs a hands-on competency to confirm skill set.

• Maintains that competency to perform procedures and testing specific to RCP Student Extern.

• Assures accurate departmental patient activity, charting and charge records.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing/Certification

• BLS provider credential from the American Heart Association obtained prior to date of hire.

• Primary Source Verification (if applicable): https://verify.llronline.com/LicLookup/LookupMain.aspx?AspxAutoDetectCookieSupport=1

Education

• High School Graduate or GED. Currently enrolled in a CoArc accredited 2-year respiratory program who anticipates graduation within one year of completion of the Respiratory Care Student Extern, GPA equal to 3.0 or above, and has completed Cardiopulmonary Science I, Advanced Respiratory Pharmacology, Pathophysiology, Mechanical Ventilation II, or equivalent prior to the start of Student Respiratory Therapy.

Work Experience

• Completion of first year clinical rotations.

Training

• N/A

Language

• N/A

Patient Population

The following must be included in all position descriptions that involve direct or indirect patient care.  This is a Joint Commission requirement.  Also, select the age of the patient population served:

         Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.

         Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.​

         Neonates (0-4 weeks)

         Infant (1-12 months)

         Pediatrics (1-12 years)

         Adolescents (13-17 years)

         Adults (18-64 years)

         Geriatrics (65 years and older)

         Not applicable to this position

Working Conditions

This section addresses the physical environment in which the employee will perform the work.  Please identify ALL working conditions that apply to the role.

• Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.

• Long-distance or air travel as needed- not to exceed 10% travel.

• General office environment.

• May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.

• May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse.

• May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids. *

• May be required to use physical restraints.

• May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials. * 

• May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust, wind, etc.

• May have periods of constant interruptions.

• Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.

• Prolonged periods of working alone.

* Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.

Frequent standing, walking, bending, crouching, stooping. Frequent lifting/moving patients. Intermittent lifting, moving, or carrying, pushing, or pulling up to 50 lbs. Frequent use of finger/hand dexterity. Constant reaching with hands/arms. Frequent talking or hearing. Corrected hearing and vision to normal range. Exposure to blood, body fluids or tissue. Possible exposure to infectious materials, communicable diseases and/or other conditions common to a healthcare environment. Intermittent exposure to risk of exposure to blood-borne pathogens. Moderate noise level in work area. Requires work under stressful conditions, deadlines, or irregular hours. May be required to take call and/or work weekends/holidays based on the needs of the department.

Physical Requirements

This section addresses the physical demands and work position of the associate in the role.  Please identify the frequencies for ALL physical requirement s for each physical demand and work position below. ​

Physical Demands

Frequency                                              0%                  1-33%                 34-66%                 67-100%

Lifting/ Carrying (0-50 lbs.)                                                                                                                   

Lifting/ Carrying (50-100 lbs.)                                                                                                              

Push/ Pull (0-50 lbs.)                                                                                                                              

Push/ Pull (50-100 lbs.)                                                                                                                          

Stoop, Kneel                                                                                                                                            

Crawling                                                                                                                                                   

Climbing                                                                                                                                                   

Balance                                                                                                                                                     

Bending                                                                                                                                                    

Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards

This section addresses the additional physical requirements/hazards on the associate in the role.  Please identify ALL additional physical requirements/hazards.

Physical Requirements - Select if a physical requirement for this job.

         Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)

         Perform shift work

         Maneuver weight of patients

         Hear alarms/telephone/audio recordings

         Reach above shoulder

         Repetitive arm/hand movements

         Finger Dexterity

         Color Vision

         Acuity – far

         Acuity – near

__ Not applicable to this position                                                                             

Hazards - Select if a potential hazard for this job.

         Depth perception

         Use of Latex products

         Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents

         Exposure to moving mechanical parts

         Exposure to dust/fumes

         Exposure to potential electrical shock

         Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy

         Exposure to high pitched noises

         Gaseous risk exposure

         Other:                              

__ Not applicable to this position                                                                             

Skills

• Ability to use office equipment such as telephones and computer terminals.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, demonstrates understanding of knowledge in cardiopulmonary physiology, an understanding of theory of operation of all respiratory care related equipment.

• Maintains competency in clinical application of therapeutic and diagnostic procedures outlined in the departmental scope of services.

• Effectively communicates verbally and over the telephone with co-workers, physicians, nursing staff, patients, patient family members and the public.

• Demonstrates understanding and clinical application of infection control techniques and equipment cleaning and disinfecting.

Roper St. Francis Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer.

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

• Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans

• Prescription drug coverage

• Flexible spending accounts

• Life insurance w/AD&D

• Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible

• Paid time off

• Educational Assistance

• And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

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Work Shift:

Days/Evenings (United States of America)

Department:

Cardiopulmonary Services - Respiratory Therapy - Roper Hospital

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@RSFH.com .