Tracking Code: 207825

Respiratory Therapy Intern - Respiratory Therapy - Days

Location: Chambersburg Hospital, Chambersburg, PA
Schedule: PRN/Per Diem
Wednesday, November 6, 2024
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Respiratory Therapist Hiring Event

Multiple Locations

8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

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General Summary

Provides direct care to patients by performing a variety of duties, including assisting with data collection, provision of care, completion of selected therapeutic interventions, and documentation of care provided for a specified group of patients. The purpose of the Respiratory Therapy Intern Program is to provide the RT student therapist with enhanced experiential learning and improve clinical competence in an acute care setting. The respiratory intern is accountable to a designated preceptor and department manager.

Essential Functions:

  • Provides information needed by the registered respiratory therapist to coordinate the care for the patient and family.
  • Administers respiratory therapy modalities as per the physician, clinical practice guidelines and/or clinical pathway.
  • Assists with patient assessment.
  • Monitors patient condition levels and reports changes to the appropriate individuals.
  • Performs selected procedures if demonstrated competency (skills checklist/competency verification must be provided). Example: (not an all-inclusive list) ABG sampling, noninvasive BiPAP/CPAP set up, bronchopulmonary hygiene, tracheostomy care
  • Sets up and removes equipment and supplies; ensures equipment is functioning properly and stored appropriately.
  • Provides quality care consistent with appropriate policies and procedures, quality assessment program, safety, environmental and infection control standards.

Common Expectations:

  • Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span of the assigned patient population. Assesses and interprets patient age specific data and provides appropriate, age specific treatment. Provides direct patient care to assigned patient age group(s).
  • Maintains established policies and procedures, objectives, quality assessment, safety, environmental and infection control standards.
  • Participates in educational programs and in-service meetings.
  • Provides outstanding service to all customers; fosters teamwork; and practices fiscal responsibility through improvement and innovation.

Qualifications

Minimum Education:

  • High School Diploma or GED Required

Work Experience:

  • No experience. Required

Licenses:

  • Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required

Courses and Training:

  • Currently enrolled in an accredited Respiratory Therapy program. Upon Hire Required

You’re unique and you belong here.

At WellSpan Health, we are committed to treating all applicants fairly and equitably, regardless of their job classification. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please reach out to us via email at careers@wellspan.org. We will evaluate requests for accommodation on a case-by-case basis. Please note that we will only respond to inquiries related to reasonable accommodation from this email address. Rest assured, all requests for assistance or accommodation are handled confidentially, allowing applicants to share their needs openly and honestly with us.

Kelly Bush
Talent Acquisition Consultant
WellSpan York Hospital is one of two hospitals in Pennsylvania to receive the 2021-2022 American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC) Apex Recognition Award.
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Employment Benefits

  • Sign-on incentives for new employees
  • Medical, dental and vision insurance
  • Life and accidental death insurance
  • Supplemental life insurance
  • Retirement savings plan
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • PTO bridging
  • Short-term disability
  • Educational assistance
  • Forgivable loan
  • Flexible spending
  • Credit union
  • Employee recreational activities
  • Childcare
  • Complimentary medicine discounts
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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at WellSpan

WellSpan Health recognizes and honors the diversity of our team members, patients and neighbors, and we embrace all the human characteristics that make us similar and unique. We strive to make every person feel welcomed, respected and valued by creating a safe and inclusive environment to which we all feel a sense of belonging. We are equally committed to ensuring all team members have the opportunity to excel and are positioned for success through equitable policies, practices and resources.

WellSpan Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy and intention of the System to maintain consistent and equal treatment toward applicants and employees of all job classifications without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected characteristic. WellSpan Health does, however, have a tobacco-free/nicotine-free hiring policy.

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Quality of Life

Franklin County, named after Benjamin Franklin, was officially formed in 1784. One of its two main towns, the borough of Chambersburg, lies 13 miles north of Maryland and is known for its "green, safe environment." In the southern part of Franklin County, the borough of Waynesboro sits just two miles north of the Mason-Dixon Line and is known for its rich industrial history.

Franklin County is in the heart of South Central Pennsylvania, where you'll find mountains, lakes and a picturesque countryside coupled with theater, music, skiing, hunting, fishing and much more. We're in the heart of America's fruit orchards, so peaches, apples and lots of other local produce are available close by. The area features local wineries and breweries, along with a vibrant arts scene at the historic Capitol Theatre and Totem Pole Playhouse. Franklin County merges the best of small-town friendliness with easy access to metropolitan areas. (Patient population: 154,000)

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