Respiratory Therapist Internship, Opportunities at Multiple Campuses

About the role#

The Respiratory Therapist Internship at St. Luke's University Health Network provides students with hands-on clinical experience while completing their respiratory therapy education. This paid role allows interns to work alongside experienced respiratory therapists in a supportive environment. Interns may work up to 30 hours per week, with scheduling based on individual availability and department needs.

What you'll do#

• Change, clean, disinfect, and restock respiratory equipment in hospital areas and emergency kits.
• Monitor inventory of supplies, oxygen, and gas cylinders, and place orders as necessary.
• Assist in Interventional Pulmonary procedures, including equipment setup, handling instruments, and preparing and transporting specimens.
• Perform pre-operative checks and set up ventilators.
• Collaborate with Bio-med to repair equipment and adhere to infection control guidelines.
• Update respiratory leadership on supply and equipment needs.

What you'll need#

• High school diploma or GED.
• Current enrollment in a Respiratory Therapy Program is preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to learn new software.
• Prior hospital experience is preferred.
• Ability to meet physical requirements, including lifting up to 50 pounds and pushing or pulling equipment up to 150 pounds.

Location & details#

• Locations: Opportunities are available across multiple campuses in Allentown, Bethlehem, Easton, Quakertown, Sellersville, and Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania, as well as Phillipsburg, New Jersey.
• Modality: On-site.
• Term: Rolling.
• Compensation: Paid internship.