Job Description

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Primary Location

Rapid City, SD USA

Department

RCH Respiratory Care

Scheduled Weekly Hours

0

Starting Pay Rate Range

$19.74 - $24.68

(Determined by the knowledge, skills, and experience of the applicant.)

Job Summary

The Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) Clinical Intern performs all procedures that are within their “scope of clinical competency” as ordered by a physician, as directed by the department leaders, or as defined by the departmental scope of services. The RCP Intern gathers information, sets up and operates equipment, monitors patients, and records all procedures performed in accordance with organization and department policies and procedures. Serves patients and customers with regard to age specific / cultural diversity needs. Performs other duties as assigned for the optimum performance of the department.

Monument Health offers competitive wages and benefits on qualifying positions. Some of those benefits can include:

*Supportive work culture

*Medical, Vision and Dental Coverage

*Retirement Plans, Health Savings Account, and Flexible Spending Account

*Instant pay is available for qualifying positions

*Paid Time Off Accrual Bank

*Opportunities for growth and advancement

*Tuition assistance/reimbursement

*Excellent pay differentials on qualifying positions

*Flexible scheduling

Job Description

Essential Functions

• Performs procedures according to physician order, policy and procedure, established standards, certifications and South Dakota State Licensure.
• Reviews pertinent information such as patient records, physician orders, protocols, and data sets to demonstrate ability for interpretation of subjective and objective information for assessment and validation of task(s) assigned. Seeks guidance from assigned preceptor or a member of the management team as needs are identified and when faced with more complex procedures.
• Observes, assesses, monitors signs, symptoms, and reactions to treatment.
• Records and reports the patient’s condition and reaction to treatment per departmental policy.
• Demonstrates technical skill and accuracy in performing basic clinical and non-clinical tasks.
• All other duties as assigned.

Additional Requirements

Required:

Education – Currently Enrolled in a Co-ARC Accredited Respiratory Care Program

Certification – Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) Temporary Permit – South Dakota Board of Medical and Osteopathic Examiners, Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification – American Heart Association (AHA)

Scheduling Requirements: Requires the ability to work assigned schedules and hours as determined by the department.

Physical Requirements: Very Heavy work - exerting over 25 pounds of force constantly (67-100% of the time), and/or more than 50 pounds frequently (34-66% of the time), and/or more than 100 pounds of force occasionally (up to 33% of the time), and/or more than 100 pounds of force seldomly to move objects. Possible exposure to radiation and frequent exposure to contaminated needles and infectious body substances.

Job Category

Rehabilitation

Job Family

Respiratory Therapy10 Monument Health Rapid City Hospital, Inc.

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Monument Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.