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Job Summary:

The Respiratory Care Intern provides limited respiratory care procedures designated by submitted clinical skills competency from the accredited Respiratory Care program he/she is enrolled in and validated by the respiratory department. Duties and responsibilities are under the direct supervision of a credentialed Respiratory Care Professional. Performance of this job will also require a close working relationship with the medical staff and respiratory care leadership. Good customer relations, assessment and communication skills are a must for this job.

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

Service
* Promotes a team spirit and positive work environment

Quality and Safety
* Provides current clinical skill competency each semester
* Perform limited respiratory care procedures
* Maintain high-level of patient safety (Medication Safety, NPSG, etc.)

Safe Environment
* Maintain clean work environment
* Clean, process, and deliver equipment
* Stock equipment areas as needed

Performs other duties as assigned

Complies with all WellStar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.

Required Minimum Education:

• or High School Diploma General
• *** Format Error GED General

Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s):

All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.

• Basic Life Support or BLS - Instructor

Additional License(s) and Certification(s):

Required Minimum Experience:

Completion of one semester in a formal AMA approved program in Respiratory Therapy.
Required

Required Minimum Skills:

Ability to utilize good judgment and understanding of clinical limitations.
Excellent mental and cognitive skills for decision-making;
effective communication skills and ability to establish and maintain good working relationship with physicians and other hospital personnel.

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