Respiratory Therapist Extern - Pulmonary

Company: Presbyterian Healthcare Services
Location: Rio Rancho
Posted on: March 26, 2025

Job Description:

Overview: We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Respiratory Therapist Extern to join our team. This externship is designed for students currently enrolled in a Respiratory Therapy program , providing them with the opportunity to gain practical experience in a real-world healthcare setting. Type of Opportunity: Per Required Need (0.001 FTE)
Work Schedule: Nights - How you grow, learn and thrive matters here.

• Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities
• Strongline Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows staff to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)
• Shift differentials for nights and weekends
• Differentials for higher education, certifications and various lead roles
• Malpractice liability insurance
• Loan forgiveness through the -New Mexico Higher Education Department -
• EPIC electronic charting system Responsibilities:
  • All Pulmonary Technician I responsibilities.
  • Maintains and ensures oxygen administration to patients and implements oxygen therapy protocol.
  • Administers routine respiratory care responsibilities, including nebulization, Chest PT, IPPB, etc.
  • Performs diagnostic procedures to include EKG, bedside spirometry, nocturnal oximetry, and ABGs.
  • Assists in cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Qualifications:
    • High School Diploma or GED
    • Vocational school in Respiratory Care.
    • Requires New Mexico Respiratory Care training permit.
    • Must be CRTT eligible or currently enrolled in an accredited respiratory program.
    • BLS Certification is required at the time of hire. Benefits: We're all about well-being, starting with yours.
      Presbyterian employees have access to a fun, engaging and unique wellness program, including free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, wellness challenges and more. - Learn more about our employee benefits. -
      About Presbyterian Healthcare Services Presbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members and the communities we serve. We are a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system comprised of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly 13,000 employees - including more than 1,200 providers and nearly 3,500 nurses. Our health plan serves more than 640,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans. - AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses. - Maximum Offer for this position is up to: USD $19.80/Hr. Compensation Disclaimer: The compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to experience and training, internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.

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