About the role#
The Respiratory Therapy Student JumpStart Program offers a practical way to gain experience while finishing your education. This part-time position operates on a rotating shift schedule with no set hours. It is an on-site role based in Davenport, Iowa.
What you'll do#
As a student in this program, you will support the respiratory care team by performing a range of clinical and administrative tasks. You will work with patients of all ages, from neonates to geriatric adults.
- Assess and evaluate patients to determine appropriate therapy.
- Administer therapy and consult with other health care providers.
- Perform diagnostic testing, including blood gas analysis and pulmonary function testing.
- Implement and troubleshoot respiratory equipment.
- Perform inhaled medication therapy and arterial punctures.
- Participate in cardiopulmonary resuscitation efforts.
- Assist with intubation and manage artificial airways.
- Transport patients who require ventilatory support.
- Handle record keeping, billing, and medical record documentation.
- Instruct patients on the use of respiratory care devices and procedures.
What you'll need#
To be eligible, you must have completed your first year in an accredited respiratory therapy program and remain currently enrolled.
- Intermediate skills in language, math, and reasoning.
- Proficiency with personal computers.
- Ability to work with diverse groups of people.
- Capacity to work under pressure.
- Ability to work with a large degree of independence.
Location & details#
- Location: Davenport, Iowa
- Employment Type: Part-time, PRN
- Modality: On-site
About Trinity Health
Trinity Health is a nonprofit Catholic health care system based in Livonia, Michigan. The organization operates 88 hospitals and 135 continuing care locations across 26 states. Its network includes urgent care centers and various health services. The system employs 123,000 staff members and nearly 27,000 clinicians.
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