About the role#
The Respiratory Extern Graduate works as part of a multidisciplinary team at Northside Hospital. You will assist with patient care services under the direction and supervision of a licensed respiratory care professional. This role supports the delivery of respiratory care while you gain clinical experience.
What you'll do#
- Assist with assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care services.
- Perform airway clearance, suctioning, and nebulizer therapies.
- Set up and adjust supplemental oxygen therapies and incentive spirometry.
- Handle remote monitoring duties.
- Participate in patient education and the discharge planning process.
- Help manage the clinical environment, including equipment and supply stocking, cleaning, and set-up.
- Support departmental and organizational goals while maintaining professional development.
What you'll need#
- An Associate degree or higher in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited school.
- Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification.
Location & details#
- Location: Atlanta, Georgia.
- Work hours: 7 AM to 7:30 PM.
- Weekend requirements: Rotating basis.
- Status: 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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