Respiratory Therapist Intern

Portneuf Health

Posted 3 months ago

Internship

Pocatello, Idaho

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Responsibilities

Provide respiratory care and therapeutic interventions for adult inpatients with cardiopulmonary issues. Conduct treatment programs and diagnostic evaluations while documenting care according to facility policies.

Qualifications

You are a current full-time student in an accredited Respiratory Therapy program, possessing a high school diploma or equivalent. You will assist in providing respiratory care to patients with cardiopulmonary issues on adult inpatient care areas, excluding critical care.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Respiratory care

Cardiopulmonary

BLS certification

Job Description

Overview

Join our team as a variable shift, PRN, Respiratory Therapist Intern in Pocatello, ID. 

Why Join Us? 

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better  

  • Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.  
  • People-First: We prioritize your well-being with a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.  
  • Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.  

Get to Know Your Team:  

  • Portneuf Medical Center (PMC) is a nationally recognized healthcare leader with 205 beds, serving as the region's Level II Trauma Center and tertiary referral hospital and is home to the Portneuf Heart and Vascular Institute, Portneuf Cancer Center, Portneuf Medical Group and Portneuf Air Rescue. PMC has a Level III neonatal intensive care unit, an adult intensive care unit, nationally recognized orthopedic services, a full suite of cardiac care, Center of Excellence recognized surgeons, imaging, primary and specialty care.

Responsibilities

  • Assists in the providing respiratory care to patients with healthcare issues affecting the cardiopulmonary system on adult inpaitent care areas excluding critical care
  • Conducts a program of treatment, management, diagnostic evaluation and care of patients with deficiencies and abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system in a safe and therapeutically effective manner.
  • Independently performs therapeutic interventions on the adult inpatient floors. (Excludes: Ventilators, emergency room, critical care areas and pediatrics. If under direct supervision, RT apprentice may perform excluded interventions.)
  • Determines the impact of interventions on the patient’s condition and recognizes the patients progress toward meeting desired outcomes.
  • Documents care in accordance with Policies and Procedures.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Current full-time student in an accredited school of Respiratory Therapy that leads to a degree or certificate in Respiratory Care.
  • RT Intern must maintain full-time status in a Respiratory Therapy program for continued employment.
  • BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.

Portneuf Health

Based in Pocatello, Idaho, Portneuf Medical Center is a nationally recognized, comprehensive healthcare leader. With 205 beds, PMC serves as the region’s Level II Trauma and tertiary care center and is home to the Portneuf Heart and Vascular Institute, Portneuf Cancer Center, Portneuf Medical Group and Portneuf Air Rescue. PMC has a level 3 neonatal intensive care unit, an adult Intensive Care Unit, nationally recognized orthopedic services, a full suite of cardiac care, center of excellence recognized surgeons, imaging, primary and specialty care. We pursue excellence every day in our hospital and clinics, as well as educate the next generation of physicians and health professionals. For more information, please visit our website at Portneuf.org. The governance of Portneuf Medical Center is split 50/50 between Portneuf Health Trust and the parent company Ardent Health Services. As a major employer in Pocatello, we have 1,600 well-qualified employees and we continue to grow.
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