About the role#
This is a part-time externship at Hurley Medical Center in Flint, Michigan. You will work in a training capacity under the close supervision of a Respiratory Therapy Supervisor, Registered Respiratory Therapist, or preceptor. This position focuses on gaining clinical experience by supporting the daily operations of the respiratory department.
What you'll do#
- Administer basic respiratory therapy treatments to patients, including oxygen therapy, aerosol and medication delivery, IPPB, and ultrasonic treatments.
- Assist with patient care by lifting, turning, moving, and transporting patients using wheelchairs and stretchers.
- Clean, prepare, and store respiratory therapy supplies and equipment.
- Notify your supervisor regarding supply shortages or defective equipment.
- Participate in quality assessment and continuous quality improvement activities.
- Handle clerical tasks such as answering telephones, recording messages, and receiving visitors.
- Comply with all safety and infection control standards while maintaining a courteous, customer-focused approach.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an approved Respiratory Therapy Registry Program with at least two semesters completed.
- Ability to communicate clearly in both oral and written formats.
- Skill in compiling, organizing, and maintaining accurate patient records.
- Ability to establish effective working relationships with patients, visitors, and medical staff.
- Physical ability to perform required duties, including lifting and bending during CPR and when repositioning adult or infant patients.
- Capacity to push equipment, supply carts, and wheelchairs weighing between 5 lbs and 400 lbs.
- Strength to lift boxes and stock items ranging from 3 lbs to 60 lbs.
- Good judgment to understand and respond to the unique needs of different patient age groups.
Location & details#
- Location: Flint, Michigan, United States.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Part-time.
- Compensation: This is a paid position.
About Hurley Medical Center
Hurley Medical Center is a public non-profit teaching hospital located in Flint, Michigan. Founded in 1908, the facility serves as a regional hub for specialized medical care including trauma, burn, and neonatal services. It maintains academic affiliations with several universities and colleges to support training programs. The hospital employs over 2,000 people and manages more than 100,000 patient visits annually.
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