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Resp therapy intern

Covenant Health

#Disinfecting #BLS #Patient Transport #Critical Care #Equipment Maintenance #Quality Improvement #Respiratory Therapy #Emergency Department #Intern

Quick overview

The Respiratory Therapy Intern supports the Respiratory Department's operations by managing equipment, including cleaning, assembly, distribution, and stocking of supplies across all hospital units. The intern also assists therapists with patient transport and performs chart reviews under supervision until licensed.

Requirements summary

Candidates must be currently and actively enrolled in a CoArc approved Respiratory Therapy Program, with no minimum prior work experience required. Successful applicants must maintain current and active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

high schoolTeamworkCommunicationBLS CertificationChart ReviewStockingEquipment CleaningTransportingEquipment DistributionEquipment AssemblyOxygen Tank Replacement

Job description

Overview Intern, Respiratory Therapy PRN/OCC, Variable hours and shifts Parkwest Overview: Parkwest Medical Center, Covenant Health’s flagship facility in West Knoxville, combines world-class cardiac expertise with the warmth of home in serving a vibrant East Tennessee community.
Since 1973, Parkwest has grown into the region’s largest hospital in the area, offering advanced services like an all-digital catheterization lab, comprehensive breast health, emergency, and critical care.
It’s consistently ranked among Tennessee's top 10 hospitals by U.S.
News & World Report and earns national recognition as a Top 100 Heart Hospital, as well as an “A” safety grade from Leapfrog.
As part of Covenant Health, the region’s largest employer, Parkwest Medical Center, marries cutting-edge technology with compassionate, community-centered care, earning accolades for cardiology, stroke, surgical excellence, and patient safety.
To learn more about Parkwest Medical Center and our units, visit Covenant Health Parkwest Medical Center Opportunities.

Position Summary

The Respiratory Therapy Intern is responsible for supporting the overall operations of the Respiratory Department, which consists of equipment cleaning, assembling and distribution, transporting, oxygen tank replacement, stocking of all disposables, items, and equipment to designated areas. The intern will have no direct patient care until licensed through the State of Tennessee

Responsibilities

Maintains respiratory equipment. This includes cleaning and disinfecting equipment in accordance with procedures, assembly and testing of equipment if appropriate, notifying and communicating with biomedical engineering regarding broken or malfunctioning equipment. Responsible for oxygen tank stocking and replacement where needed. Maintains equipment set up and delivery. Maintains direct communication with respiratory practitioners regarding equipment and other departmental needs. Assists therapists with transport of mechanically ventilator patients and responds to equipment requests to ensure an efficient and orderly process. Performs chart review for RT to evaluate and treat assessments to be overseen by a therapist on that shift. Demonstrates and maintains current/active BLS. Maintains clean work area. Attends meetings as required and participates on committees as directed. Follows policies, procedures, and safety standards. Completes required education assignments annually. Works toward achieving goals and objectives and participates in quality improvement initiatives as requested. Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

Qualifications

Minimum Education: None specified; will accept any combination of formal education and/or prior work experience sufficient to demonstrate possession of the knowledge, skill and ability needed to perform the essential tasks of the job, typically such as would be equivalent to a high school diploma or GED. Current and active enrollment in a CoArc approved Respiratory Therapy Program. Minimum Experience: None. Licensure Requirement: None at the time of hire.