About the role#
As a Respiratory Care Extern, you work as part of a multidisciplinary team to assist with the assessment, planning, and implementation of patient care services. You will provide clinical and support services under the direct supervision of a licensed respiratory care professional. This role focuses on gaining practical experience while supporting the delivery of respiratory care in a hospital setting.
What you'll do#
- Perform airway clearance, suctioning, and nebulizer therapies.
- Set up and adjust supplemental oxygen therapies and incentive spirometry.
- Handle remote monitoring duties for patients.
- Assist with the management of the care environment, including stocking, cleaning, and setting up equipment.
- Participate in patient discharge planning and the broader healthcare educational process.
- Help the department meet organizational and clinical goals.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a respiratory therapy program.
- Successful completion of at least one clinical course in an accredited program.
- Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification.
Location & details#
- Location: Duluth, Georgia.
- Schedule: 7p-7a shifts.
- Weekend requirements: Rotating basis.
- Modality: On-site, full-time, paid position.
About Northside Hospital
Northside Hospital is a nonprofit health system founded in 1970. It operates five acute-care hospitals in Georgia and maintains hundreds of outpatient locations. The organization provides services in cancer care, sports medicine, cardiovascular health, and surgery. It is based in Atlanta and employs over 17,000 people.
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