Student Respiratory Extern - PRN

Respiratory Care Extern

Your Job: This position delivers limited respiratory care support services under the supervision of an individual who holds a certificate issued under the Texas Civil Statues, Article 45121 assisting in providing care to patients and their families. The extern program also provides educational opportunities related to Respiratory Care.

Your Job Requirements:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required
• Must be enrolled in an AMA accredited Respiratory Care program
• Basic Life Support
• Six months work experience preferred
• Computer skills, data entry and filing

Your Job Responsibilities:

• Recognize and communicate changes in patient condition and know when to seek a licensed RCP.
• Assist in maintaining the adequacy, orderliness, and safety of the unit's environment, equipment, and supplies.
• Participate in the activities of the unit, including meetings, in-services, and continuing education at the direction of the licensed RCP, Team Leader, or Clinical Manager.
• Cleans/Reprocesses equipment in accordance with all departmental & Infection Prevention policies.
• Maintains inventory & effectively communicates all supplies needs to Material Specialist and/or department leadership for ordering purposes.
• May perform routine respiratory care activities under the supervision of a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) who holds a Texas state license as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP), includes aerosol therapy, CPT, pulse oximetry, Incentive Spirometry oxygen therapy, MDI, patient education and set-up of respiratory equipment.

Methodist Dallas Medical Center is one of North Texas' best places to work. And it keeps getting better. The flagship hospital of Methodist Health System, Methodist Dallas is a 595-bed acute care teaching and referral hospital. It is home to the only adult Level I Trauma Center in southern Dallas, the first and only Certified Comprehensive Stroke Center in southern Dallas, and the newly renovated Linda and Mitch Hart Breast Center. Celebrating more than 90 years of service, we strive to have a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve and welcomes the skills and talents of all groups.

Our reputation as an award-winning employer shows in the distinctions we've earned:

• Magnet®-designated hospital
• 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Hospital Review, 2023
• Top 10 Military Friendly® Employer, Gold Designation, 2023
• Top 10 Military Spouse Friendly® Employer, 2023
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