About the role#
This Student Tech position supports the Respiratory Care unit at CoxHealth South. You will work under the direction of a supervisor to assist with patient care and respiratory procedures. This role is intended for students currently in an accredited program and will conclude upon graduation.
What you'll do#
- Perform respiratory therapy treatments, floor therapy, and oxygen administration.
- Assist with cardiopulmonary resuscitation and basic pulmonary function procedures.
- Evaluate patient response to therapy and complete electronic documentation.
- Work in various areas of the hospital as assigned by your supervisor.
- Provide education to patients, students, and new staff members.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited Respiratory Program.
- Completion of a Pharmacology course.
- An active MBRC Education Permit.
- Ability to provide routine and emergent respiratory modalities safely.
- Competence in assessing patients and following clinical protocols.
Location & details#
- Location: Springfield, Missouri.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Employment type: PRN, day shift (0630-1500).
- Status: Paid internship.
About CoxHealth
CoxHealth operates as a nonprofit health care provider based in Springfield, Missouri. Founded in 1906, the organization maintains a network that includes six hospitals, five emergency rooms, and more than 80 clinics. It serves the southwest Missouri region with a broad range of medical treatments and services. The system employs over 10,001 people.
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