UPMC Presbyterian is seeking a Respiratory Care Intern to gain hands-on clinical experience in administering diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory care in a high-acuity hospital environment.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in a CoARC approved school of Respiratory Care.
- The intern must have completed one semester of clinical rotations at a CoARC approved school of Respiratory Care.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Responsibilities
- Administer and monitor respiratory therapies, including oxygen, aerosolized drugs, BiPAP/CPAP, IPPB, and chest physiotherapy.
- Perform and document respiratory procedures such as arterial punctures, pulmonary function testing, incentive spirometry, and PEP therapy.
- Assist in transporting patients requiring respiratory support and manage respiratory equipment hospital-wide.
- Maintain accurate patient records and ensure proper documentation in medical systems.
- Clean, disinfect, and sterilize respiratory equipment while performing minor repairs and maintenance.
- Participate in cardiopulmonary resuscitation, airway management, and ventilatory support as needed.
- Communicate effectively with healthcare teams to ensure coordinated patient care.
Other
- The intern must register for the Internship/Preceptorship each semester/quarter.
- Follow hospital and department policies, attend required meetings, and complete all mandatory competencies.
- Exhibit professionalism, maintain personal cleanliness, and provide excellent service to patients, families, and staff.
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