About the role#
As a Respiratory Therapy Extern at Jefferson, you will support the respiratory care team by ensuring equipment is ready for use and managing essential supplies. This role involves working under the supervision of the Technical Director to maintain the operational standards of the department.
What you'll do#
- Disassemble, wash, disinfect, sterilize, and reassemble respiratory equipment according to infection control policies.
- Ensure all respiratory equipment, such as ventilators, compressors, and flowmeters, is functional and available to meet patient demand.
- Manage inventory levels for consumable supplies, parts, medical gases, and medications.
- Coordinate with the Respiratory Care Supervisor regarding storeroom, pharmacy, and outside vendor orders.
- Distribute portable oxygen cylinders to designated patient care areas.
- Interact with staff, visitors, and co-workers in a professional manner.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited respiratory program.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Strong self-direction and motivation.
- One year of experience in materials handling, equipment servicing, or direct patient contact is highly desirable.
- An associate degree or equivalent is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Abington, Pennsylvania.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Variable time, per diem.
- This is a paid position.
About Jefferson
Jefferson operates as a nonprofit organization based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The system includes 33 hospital campuses and provides healthcare services across the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley, Northeastern Pennsylvania, and southern New Jersey. It also functions as an educational institution with 10 colleges and three schools offering over 200 academic programs. The organization serves 360,000 health plan members and employs more than 65,000 people.
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