Respiratory Therapist INTERN I

Intern I for student accepted and enrolled into a respiratory therapy program and to begin into respiratory therapy program as of August/September 2026.

Responsibilities

Performs support functions to prepare and maintain equipment and supplies as needed by respiratory staff; Sets up patient care rooms for admissions and cleans patient care equipment per hospital and department policy; Restocks equipment and supplies maintaining appropriate levels; Understands and satisfies supply and equipment needs of neonatal, infant, toddler, pre-school, school-age, adolescent and/or adult respiratory patients; Maintains ongoing communication with Charge Respiratory Care Practitioner each shift; Maintains respiratory supply rooms and medical gas tank rooms in accordance with regulatory standards; Maintains specialty education and documentation forms for respiratory staff; Performs operation verification procedures on equipment prior to patient care use; Maintains par levels of equipment and works with Respiratory Leaders and Supply Chain staff; Performs inventory checks of supply carts and emergency response equipment; Prepares patient rooms for admissions as directed by Respiratory Care Practitioner; Attends educational programs and in-services and identifies improvement opportunities; Exhibits guiding behaviors reflecting Children's values

Requirements

Currently acceptance/enrollment incoming as of Fall 2026 into 1st or 2nd year of a CoARC approved program in Respiratory Therapy; Verification of acceptance into Respiratory Therapy program required; High School graduate or Certificate of General Educational Development (GED) or High School Equivalency Diploma (HSED); Basic level of computer experience with the ability to navigate Microsoft Office applications including Word, Outlook and Excel; Ability to identify problems, troubleshoot and know resources available for finding solutions; Effective interpersonal and communication skills to interact with patients, parents/families and health care team; Ability to perform basic clerical and communication functions within the unit; Ability to represent the organization and serve consumers professionally; Willingness and initiative to complete educational requirements and learn new skills; BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/National Safety Council within 6 months of hire

Benefits

Bonus payment to support pursuit of degree; Eligibility for transition to Respiratory Care Practitioner Intern II upon completion of first year and ongoing enrollment