Respiratory Therapy Intern, Per Diem

1 month ago


Miami, Florida, United States UOMUOMUS Full time
Current Employees:

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The UHealth System at the University of Miami has an exciting opportunity for a Per Diem Respiratory Therapy Intern.The Respiratory Therapy Intern provides assistance to clinicians in the Respiratory Therapy department while receiving on-the-job training in preparation for becoming a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) within two (2) years. The Respiratory Therapy Intern will assist RRTs in the collection and analysis of sputum, blood, and breath specimens to determine levels of oxygen, carbon dioxide, and other gases. The Respiratory Therapist Intern will also assist RRTs in the measurement of lung capacity of patients to determine if there are any impairments. The Respiratory Therapist Intern will be under direct supervision of an RRT while assisting with any tasks which require licensure/certification.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS:

  • Assists RRTs to conduct tests, such as electrocardiograms, stress testing, and lung capacity tests to evaluate patients' cardiopulmonary functions.
  • Assists RRTs in the performance of bronchopulmonary drainage and instructs patients on how to perform breathing exercises.
  • Assists RRTs in setting up and operating devices such as noninvasive ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus, environmental control systems, and aerosol generators.
  • Observes the proper technique for the collection and handling of arterial blood gas specimens.
  • Learns to explain treatment procedures to patients to gain cooperation and allay fears.
  • Assists RRT in educating patients and their families about their conditions and teaches appropriate disease management techniques.
  • Assists RRT in monitoring patients' physiological responses to therapy.
  • Maintains charts that contain patients' pertinent identification and therapy information.
  • Inspects, cleans, tests, and maintains respiratory therapy equipment to ensure equipment is functioning safely and efficiently.
  • Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:
High School diploma or equivalent and must be enrolled in an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
Certification and Licensing:
Basic Life Support Certification through the American Heart Association
Experience:
No experience required.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

Patient safety is a top priority. As a result, during the Influenza ("the flu") season (September through April), the University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine requires all employees who provide ongoing services to patients, work in a location (all Hospitals and clinics) where patient care is provided, or work in patient care or clinical care areas, to have an annual influenza vaccination. Failure to meet this requirement will result in rescinding or termination of employment.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.

Job Status:

Part time

Employee Type:

Temporary

Pay Grade:

H5

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