Respiratory Therapy Student, PRN
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Job Description SummaryUnder the director of a licensed Respiratory Therapy professional, the Respiratory Therapy student is responsible for the administration of pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic agents related to respiratory care procedures necessary to implement treatment, disease prevention, or diagnostic regime prescribed by a physician; proper assessment, observation and monitoring of signs and symptoms, general behavior, and general physical response to respiratory care treatments and diagnostic testing; implement appropriate respiratory care procedures and protocols based on physician orders; implement changes in treatment pursuant to the written or verbal orders of a physician; the ability to assess and initiate emergency procedures; collaborates with other professional disciplines to ensure effective and efficient patient care delivery to achieve desired patient outcomes. Performs all other duties required.EntityMedical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)Worker TypeEmployeeWorker Sub-TypePRNCost CenterCC001291 FLO - Respiratory Therapy / PFT (Pulmonary Function Test) - IP (FMC)Pay Rate TypeHourlyPay GradeHealth-00Scheduled Weekly Hours8Work ShiftJob DescriptionUnder the director of a licensed Respiratory Therapy professional, the Respiratory Therapy student is responsible for the administration of pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic agents related to respiratory care procedures necessary to implement treatment, disease prevention, or diagnostic regime prescribed by a physician; proper assessment, observation and monitoring of signs and symptoms, general behavior, and general physical response to respiratory care treatments and diagnostic testing; implement appropriate respiratory care procedures and protocols based on physician orders; implement changes in treatment pursuant to the written or verbal orders of a physician; the ability to assess and initiate emergency procedures; collaborates with other professional disciplines to ensure effective and efficient patient care delivery to achieve desired patient outcomes. Performs all other duties required. Additional Job DescriptionEducation:Must be a respiratory student, active and in good standing who may be employed and works under the direct supervision of a respiratory care practitioner and practices to the person's level ofproven clinical competence, as certified by a program approved by the AARC.Experience:None required. Must be checked off in all clinical modalities as outlined in a Respiratory Care Accredited Program.Licenses/Certificates:Current BLS certification as required by program affiliation.If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need. Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: