Respiratory Care Intern at Wellstar Health Systems in Marietta, Georgia

Job Description:

Facility: Kennestone Hospital



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. Apply Now