About the role#
Deaconess Health System is hiring a Student Respiratory Therapist to support our clinical team. This role provides hands-on experience in a hospital setting and offers flexible scheduling to fit around your current academic program.
What you'll do#
- Assist the Respiratory Therapy team with daily patient care under supervision.
- Observe and participate in the administration of respiratory treatments.
- Learn to operate and maintain respiratory equipment.
- Monitor patient respiratory status and report changes to supervising staff.
- Follow safety protocols and maintain patient confidentiality.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
- Strong interest in patient care and respiratory health.
- Ability to follow directions and work well within a team.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- CPR certification is preferred, or a willingness to obtain it.
Location & details#
- Location: Marion, Illinois.
- Term: Rolling.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Part-time.
- Compensation: Paid position starting at $18 per hour, with potential for shift incentives and performance-based bonuses.
About Deaconess Health System
Deaconess Health System provides medical care to more than 1.5 million people across southwestern Indiana, western Kentucky, and southeastern Illinois. Founded in 1892, the organization operates 20 hospital locations throughout the region. It functions as a nonprofit entity directed by a local board. The system employs over 10,000 people and maintains its headquarters in Evansville, Indiana.
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