Respiratory Therapy Apprentice (Part Time)
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Benefis Health System
Great Falls, MT, US
Summary
Assists licensed Registered Respiratory Therapists with basic respiratory care procedures, patient preparation, and equipment setup. Operates under direct supervision to develop foundational skills within a competency-based framework.
Job Description
Benefis is one of Montana’s largest and premier health systems, and we are committed to providing excellent care for all, healing body, mind, and spirit. At Benefis, we work hard to support our employees in every aspect of their careers by offering outstanding benefits and compensation, state-of-the-art facilities, and multiple growth opportunities. The only thing missing is you!
*Must be presently enrolled at GFC-MSU Respiratory Therapy program*
Assists a licensed Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) while performing basic respiratory care procedures, patient preparation, and equipment setup. Observes and assists in the patient care delivery process under direct supervision, while developing foundational respiratory therapy skills within a competency-based framework established by the department. Functions within a defined scope of practice based on current educational preparation and verified competencies. All clinical activities are performed in accordance with hospital policy, department guidelines, regulatory standards, and HIPAA requirements. Demonstrates professionalism, accountability, and confidentiality in all patient interactions.
Demonstrates the ability to deal with pressure to meet deadlines, to be accurate, and to handle constantly changing situations. Demonstrates the ability to deal with a variety of people, deal with stressful situations, and handle conflict.
Will perform all job duties or job tasks as assigned. Will follow and adhere to all requirements, regulations and procedures of any licensing board or agency. Must comply with all Benefis Health System’s organization policies and procedures.
Education/License/Experience Requirements:
- Enrollment in an CoARC accredited Respiratory Therapy program
- Current licensed by Montana Registered Apprenticeship for Respiratory Therapy required
- Must remain in good academic standing in the RT program
- Current BLS certification.
Exemption Wage
Non-Exempt
Starting Wage
$19.90/hourly
Actual offered wage is based on applicable experience
As a not-for-profit community health system, Benefis is driven to provide the highest level of care. We serve nearly 230,000 residents across a 15-county region that is bigger than Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Vermont combined. Benefis is the largest non-governmental employer in the Great Falls area, with more than 3,000 employees.
Benefis Hospitals has more than 530 beds at its two campuses (that includes 146 beds in long-term care and 20 beds at Peace Hospice of Montana) and partners with over 250 area physicians. More than 100 physicians and advanced practice professionals are employed with Benefis Medical Group.
Our hospital provides a wide range of programs and services to help you live the best life possible. We’re here to help you “Live well.”
Benefis Health System came about when two Christian-based hospitals became one. Our founders' believed in providing good care to all in need, and trusted that this would be accomplished. The Benefis name was derived using Latin root words: "Bene-" meaning good, and "fis-" for faith and trust. It’s these same root words that make up such terms as ‘beneficial’ and ‘confidence’.
Benefis has been a trusted provider of care for more than 100 years. And our name speaks to our commitment: good care one can put faith in.
Benefis is consistently ranked among America’s top hospitals by the nation’s leading healthcare ratings organizations, including being rated as one of the 150 Great Places to Work in Healthcare!
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Healthcare
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Great Falls, Mt
As a not-for-profit community health system, Benefis is driven to provide the highest level of care. We serve nearly 230,000 residents across a 15-county region that is bigger than Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Vermont combined. Benefis is the largest non-governmental employer in the Great Falls area, with more than 3,000 employees.
Benefis Hospitals has more than 530 beds at its two campuses (that includes 146 beds in long-term care and 20 beds at Peace Hospice of Montana) and partners with over 250 area physicians. More than 100 physicians and advanced practice professionals are employed with Benefis Medical Group.
Our hospital provides a wide range of programs and services to help you live the best life possible. We’re here to help you “Live well.”
Benefis Health System came about when two Christian-based hospitals became one. Our founders' believed in providing good care to all in need, and trusted that this would be accomplished. The Benefis name was derived using Latin root words: "Bene-" meaning good, and "fis-" for faith and trust. It’s these same root words that make up such terms as ‘beneficial’ and ‘confidence’.
Benefis has been a trusted provider of care for more than 100 years. And our name speaks to our commitment: good care one can put faith in.
Benefis is consistently ranked among America’s top hospitals by the nation’s leading healthcare ratings organizations, including being rated as one of the 150 Great Places to Work in Healthcare!
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Healthcare
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Great Falls, Mt
