About the role#
As a Respiratory Services Student, you will work under the direction of a Licensed Respiratory Therapist to build your clinical competency and confidence. This role provides an opportunity to transition from your student status to a professional respiratory therapist by working alongside experienced clinicians in a professional hospital setting.
What you'll do#
- Provide direct patient care, treatments, and procedures in accordance with hospital policies and the plan of care.
- Follow a respiratory preceptor to receive feedback and identify learning opportunities.
- Communicate patient observations, conditions, and needs to the care team and the assigned Respiratory Therapist.
- Educate patients, family members, and caregivers under the supervision of a licensed therapist.
- Document delegated observations and interventions accurately.
- Round on patients to ensure needs are met and support initiatives for preventing falls, pressure ulcers, and infections.
- Respond to therapy calls and collaborate with nursing personnel.
- Assist with staffing needs by floating across the service line or hospital within your validated competencies.
- Manage your time and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
- Present your work and learning deliverables at the end of the assignment.
What you'll need#
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Active enrollment in a respiratory program and successful completion of at least one clinical rotation.
- BLS (Basic Life Support) certification from the American Heart Association.
- Ability to obtain Texas state licensure (RCP) within 6 months of graduation.
- Proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing English.
- Knowledge of infection control, isolation, safety procedures, and universal precautions.
- Ability to work under pressure, balance competing priorities, and communicate effectively with patients, families, and the healthcare team.
Location & details#
- Location: Houston, Texas.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Part-time, rolling term.
About Houston Methodist
Houston Methodist operates as a nonprofit health system and academic medical center based in Texas. Founded in 1919, the organization manages eight hospitals and a research institute across the Greater Houston area. It provides a range of services including emergency care, imaging, and outpatient facilities. The system employs over 32,000 people.
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