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Respiratory Care Intern - UPMC Presbyterian

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UPMC

2mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Healthcare
    Education & Teaching
  • Pittsburgh

AI generated summary

  • You must be enrolled in a CoARC approved Respiratory Care program, have completed one semester of clinical rotations, and hold BLS/CPR certification and Act 34 clearance.
  • You will administer respiratory therapies, perform procedures, manage equipment, document patient records, clean tools, assist in patient transport, and collaborate with healthcare teams for coordinated care.

Requirements

  • Currently enrolled in a CoARC approved school of Respiratory Care.
  • The intern must register for the Internship/Preceptorship each semester/quarter.
  • The intern must have completed one semester of clinical rotations at a CoARC approved school of Respiratory Care.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
  • Act 34

Responsibilities

  • Administer and monitor respiratory therapies, including oxygen, aerosolized drugs, BiPAP/CPAP, IPPB, and chest physiotherapy.
  • Perform and document respiratory procedures such as arterial punctures, pulmonary function testing, incentive spirometry, and PEP therapy.
  • Assist in transporting patients requiring respiratory support and manage respiratory equipment hospital-wide.
  • Maintain accurate patient records and ensure proper documentation in medical systems.
  • Clean, disinfect, and sterilize respiratory equipment while performing minor repairs and maintenance.
  • Participate in cardiopulmonary resuscitation, airway management, and ventilatory support as needed.
  • Communicate effectively with healthcare teams to ensure coordinated patient care.
  • Follow hospital and department policies, attend required meetings, and complete all mandatory competencies.
  • Conduct clinical research and participate in patient evaluations to determine therapy needs.
  • Exhibit professionalism, maintain personal cleanliness, and provide excellent service to patients, families, and staff.

FAQs

What is the role of a Respiratory Care Intern at UPMC Presbyterian?

The Respiratory Care Intern will work under the supervision of experienced Respiratory Care Practitioners, gaining hands-on clinical experience in administering diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory care in various units of a high-acuity hospital.

What type of hospital is UPMC Presbyterian?

UPMC Presbyterian is a Magnet-recognized Level 1 trauma and multi-organ transplant center, providing a state-of-the-art environment for clinical experience.

What kind of skills will I develop as an intern?

As an intern, you will develop critical skills in administering respiratory therapies, performing diagnostic procedures, and assisting in advanced treatments, including work with tracheostomy patients and hyperbaric oxygen therapy for pediatric patients.

Are there any specific scheduling requirements for this internship?

Yes, the internship offers flexible scheduling with no night shifts, allowing for a healthy work-life balance.

What educational background is required for the internship?

The intern must be currently enrolled in a CoARC approved school of Respiratory Care and have completed one semester of clinical rotations.

What certifications must an intern have?

The intern must possess Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification and comply with Act 34 requirements.

What responsibilities will I have as a Respiratory Care Intern?

Intern responsibilities include administering respiratory therapies, performing procedures, managing respiratory equipment, maintaining patient records, and participating in patient evaluations.

Will I work as part of a team?

Yes, you will work alongside a collaborative and supportive team of dedicated respiratory care assistants, student interns, and clinical professionals.

How can this internship help advance my career in Respiratory Care?

This internship serves as a launchpad for your career by providing invaluable clinical experience and opportunities for professional development within a respected healthcare setting.

Do I need to register for the internship each semester?

Yes, the intern must register for the Internship/Preceptorship each semester or quarter while enrolled in their program.

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A $23 billion health care provider and insurer, Pittsburgh-based UPMC is inventing new models of patient-centered, cost-effective, accountable care. The largest nongovernmental employer in Pennsylvania, UPMC integrates 92,000 employees, 40 hospitals, 700 doctors’ offices and outpatient sites, and a 4 million-member Insurance Services Division, the largest medical insurer in western Pennsylvania. In the most recent fiscal year, UPMC contributed $1.4 billion in benefits to its communities, including more care to the region’s most vulnerable citizens than any other health care institution, and paid more than $800 million in federal, state, and local taxes. Working in close collaboration with the University of Pittsburgh Schools of the Health Sciences, UPMC shares its clinical, managerial, and technological skills worldwide through its innovation and commercialization arm, UPMC Enterprises, and through UPMC International. U.S. News & World Report consistently ranks UPMC Presbyterian Shadyside among the nation’s best hospitals in many specialties and ranks UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh on its Honor Roll of America’s Best Children’s Hospitals.