Pulmonary Student Intern (Pool)

Job Summary

The Pulmonary Student Intern assists licensed Respiratory Therapists by providing the most basic respiratory therapy treatments and procedures. Performs patient/family care as well as documentation at the most basic performance level under the direct, immediate, and on premise supervision of a licensed Respiratory Therapist. Performs airway clearance, administers aerosolized medication, assists with cleaning of equipment and restocking of respiratory supplies and, assists with oxygen therapy administration.



Job Specific Duties

Assesses patients in terms of clinical condition (heart rate, respiratory rate, etc.) and documents findings (Pre/Post therapy) in an accurate and timely manner.

Performs and teaches aerosolized medication therapies via small volume nebulizer and metered dose inhaler (MDI).

Initiates and maintains oxygen therapy systems.

Performs and teaches airway clearance modal...