Student Respiratory Therapist

Student Respiratory Therapist

Facility

Harlingen Medical Center

Location

US-TX-Harlingen

ID

2025-231220

Category

Clinical Tech

Position Type

Per Diem

Shift

Days

Job Type

Non-Exempt

Overview

We are seeking a Student Respiratory Therapist, sometimes referred to as our Respiratory Therapy Clinical Student. The Student Respiratory Therapist (Student RT) works under the direct supervision of a Respiratory Therapist. This role focuses on learning and assisting with a range of respiratory care procedures and treatments, providing hands-on experience while maintaining patient safety. Typically, the Student RT is enrolled in a respiratory therapy program and participates in clinical rotations within the hospital as part of their education. This position is on a per diem basis, meaning PD / PRN as needed.

Shift's Available : Days

Employment Type : Per Diem (PD / PRN)

Hours : 8hr shifts

Location : Harlingen Medical Center - Harlingen, Texas

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare :

Competitive compensation

• Medical insurance benefit plan
• 401K
• Sick leave accrual

Full benefits at Prime Healthcare :

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to) :

Oxygen Therapy : administer oxygen to patients with respiratory distress or low oxygen levels

Intubation and Extubation : assist in the placement or removal of endotracheal tubes, which help patients breathe in critical situations

Qualifications

Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have :

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

1. Current BCLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current.

2. Student in good standing enrolled in an accredited respiratory program and completed the Certified Respiratory Therapist semesters and clinical rotations and presently attending the Registered Respiratory Therapist semesters and clinical rotations.

3. A student who has completed more than one semester and / or other medical experience preferred.

4. A high school diploma or equivalent is required

5. Will not be able to work as a Student Respiratory Therapist if for any reason may become not eligible for an accredited respiratory therapy program.

Employment Status

Per Diem

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

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