Respiratory Therapy Student PRN Varying Shifts

The Respiratory Technician performs basic and intermediate respiratory care procedures based on patient need and physician orders in accordance with standards, policies and procedures, under direct supervision of a credentialed respiratory therapist. The technician may assist the respiratory therapist with performance of expert respiratory care procedures. He/she participates in quality assurance and performance improvement activities. He/she participates in Joint Commission readiness activities and standards for the department.

The Respiratory Technician performs basic and intermediate respiratory care procedures based on patient need and physician orders in accordance with standards, policies and procedures, under direct supervision of a credentialed respiratory therapist.  The technician may assist the respiratory therapist with performance of expert respiratory care procedures.  He/she participates in quality assurance and performance improvement activities.  He/she participates in Joint Commission readiness activities and standards for the department.

Education REQUIRED:  High school Diploma or Equivalent.  Enrolled in a respiratory therapy program accredited by CoARC under CAAHEP or successor organization.

Experience REQUIRED:  Enrolled in a respiratory therapy program accredited by CoARC under CAAHEP or successor organization.

Licenses/Certificates REQUIRED:  Student exemption form Licensure by the Alabama State Board of Respiratory Therapy (ASBRT) while employed (per ASBRT Rule 798-X-5-.14).  Student status is limited to four years.  Maintains current training in Basic Life Support (BLS).