Job Description
The Respiratory Therapy Extern is defined as a person who is a full time student in an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program and works at the hospital in addition to their clinical studies. Under supervision of a Registered Respiratory Therapist, the extern will perform basic tasks, which have been learned in class and practiced in the School setting. These tasks have also been practiced with demonstrated competency during clinical rotations at a Tenet hospital. Completes established competencies for the position within designated introductory period. Other related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM EDUCATION: Must be a full time student in good standing in an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program.
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: Successful completion of academic and clinical competencies, specific for each task.
REQUIRED COURSES/ COMPLETIONS (e.g., CPR): BLS-Obtained through approved American Heart Association Training or the Military Training Network.
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Tenet complies with federal, state, and/or local laws regarding mandatory vaccination of its workforce. If you are offered this position and must be vaccinated under any applicable law, you will be required to show proof of full vaccination or obtain an approval of a religious or medical exemption prior to your start date. If you receive an exemption from the vaccination requirement, you will be required to submit to regular testing in accordance with the law.
Responsibilities
A Respiratory Therapy Extern is defined as a person who is a full-time student in an accredited Respiratory Therapy program and works at the hospital in addition to their clinical studies. Under supervision of Registered Respiratory Therapists, the extern performs basic tasks, which have been learned in class and practiced in the school setting. These tasks have also been practiced with demonstrated competency during clinical rotations at a Tenet hospital.
Qualifications
Education:
Required: Full-time student in good standing in an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
Experience:
Required: Successful completion of academic and clinical competencies, specific for each task.
Certifications:
Required: AHA BLS.
Physical Demands:
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