Student Respiratory Therapist

Overview

Join our team as a Student Respiratory Therapist in Tyler, TX.

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive:
  We empower our team with career growth opportunities and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First:
  We prioritize your well-being with a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better:
  We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

• UT Health Tyler, the flagship hospital of the system, has 432 licensed beds specializing in advanced acute care medicine. Our hospital includes a 24-hour ER with Level 1 trauma center, a comprehensive stroke center, more than 500 physicians and a full complement of subspecialty groups.

• Prepare equipment and supplies for respiratory therapist to perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in a manner that ensures an accurate and complete examination/treatment by complying with established policies and procedures.
• Organizes and documents all aspects of assigned duties in coordination with therapists, nursing personnel, and other areas of department to ensure accurate and timely performance of therapeutic procedures.
• Participates in performance improvement activities by participating in the collection of data for performance improvement activities to ensure quality is consistent with established standards.
• Assumes responsibility for professional growth and development by participating in educational activities to promote continuous improvement and compliance with patient care standards.

Job Requirements:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Enrolled in an CoARC approved Respiratory Therapy program
• Completion of 1st year of respiratory therapy program
• Knowledge and ability to operate all respiratory equipment
• CPR Certified Basic Life Support within 90 days of hire date