About the role#
Baptist Health is looking for a Respiratory Therapy Student to join the team at the Birmingham location. You will work under the direction of a Licensed Respiratory Therapist to support patient care and equipment management. This role is a paid, on-site position with a rolling term.
What you'll do#
- Perform patient care duties as permitted by state law.
- Assemble, maintain, clean, and calibrate respiratory care equipment.
- Manage medical gas cylinder supplies in the department.
- Restock supplies and retrieve equipment to keep work areas fully stocked.
- Assist physicians and Respiratory Therapists with medical procedures.
- Report equipment malfunctions and maintain a safe, clean work environment.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a CoARC or successor Respiratory Care Program.
- Evidence of good standing within your academic program.
- Proof of continued enrollment without breaks.
- A current BLS or Healthcare provider certification.
- Ability to work until your official Respiratory Program pinning ceremony.
Location & details#
- Location: Birmingham, Alabama.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
About Baptist Health
Baptist Health is a nonprofit network of hospitals and healthcare facilities. The organization operates several locations including Brookwood, Citizens, Princeton, Shelby, and Walker hospitals. It serves a diverse patient population across its network. The system focuses on healthcare services and community health initiatives.
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