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Student Respiratory Therapist

The University of Kansas Health System·Great Bend, Kansas

Part Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 1 month ago
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About the role

The Student Respiratory Therapist performs patient care activities, administers respiratory care, and educates patients and families under supervision. They are responsible for executing protocols and maintaining safe, high-quality care for patients across all developmental levels.

Position Title

Student Respiratory Therapist

Great Bend Hospital

Position Summary: / Career interest:

The Respiratory Therapy Student assumes responsibility for performing patient care activities and other tasks that contribute to high-quality, safe, and effective patient care, such as executing protocols, administering respiratory care, and educating patients, families and other care providers.

Responsibilities

  • and Essential Job Functions
  • Administers, monitors, and assesses the effectiveness of respiratory care in an efficient and effective manner for inpatients and outpatients of all developmental and maturational levels (neonatal to geriatric) under the supervision of a licensed Respiratory Therapist.
  • Uses independent judgement in the application of respiratory care protocols and is self-motivated to take responsible and professional action within the scope of practice.
  • Demonstrates accountability for own actions, decisions, and learning needs.
  • Maintains a patient-centered focus and strives to support the mission, goals, and values of the hospital, department and division.
  • Follows policies, procedures, and standards.
  • Interacts with physicians and other health system staff to provide quality, safe, and efficient care for the patient.
  • Communicates effectively with patients, health care providers, and other customers both orally and written/via computer.
  • Maintains positive working relations with customers. Demonstrates mature, sensitive, and effective communications with all age groups, especially under high levels of stress.
  • Assumes responsibility for risk and safety issues associated with position.
  • Educates patients and family members of all developmental and maturational levels (neonatal to geriatric) regarding cardio-respiratory topics, medications, equipment, and procedures.
  • Reacts appropriately under high levels of stress. Demonstrates flexibility in the face of uncertainty and can take responsible and professional action without awaiting orders.
  • Assist with the ambulation of patients.
  • Moves ventilators and other items within the campus.
  • Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
  • These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.
  • Required Education and Experience
  • High School Graduate
  • Two semesters of clinical training in an associate or baccalaureate degree program in respiratory care
  • Preferred Education and Experience
  • Completion of all basic science courses required for RRT credential
  • Additional experience working as an RCP
  • Experience in clinical instruction of students
  • Required Licensure and Certification
  • RCP student permit license from the State of Kansas Board of Healing Arts
  • Preferred Licensure and Certification
  • Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) - American Heart Association (AHA)
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association (AHA)
  • PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support - American Heart Association (AHA) or NRP
  • Eligible for RRT credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)

Time type: Part time

Job requisition id

R-22757

Important information for you to know as you apply

The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status. See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion [https://jobs.kansashealthsystem.com/diversity-equality-and-inclusion].

The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request reasonable accommodations for your disability as you navigate the recruitment process, please let our recruiters know by requesting an Accommodation Request form using this link asktalentacquisition@kumc.edu [asktalentacquisition@kumc.edu].

Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other things, agreeing to the health-system-dispute-resolution-program.pdf [https://tbcdn.talentbrew.com/company/38901/cms/health-system-dispute-resolution-program.pdf] and signing the agreement to the DRP.

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Requirements

Requires a high school diploma, two semesters of clinical training in a respiratory care degree program, and a valid RCP student permit license from Kansas. BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications are preferred.

  • high school
  • associate degree
  • bachelor degree
  • Patient Monitoring
  • Patient Education
  • Respiratory Care
  • Clinical Assessment
  • Ventilator Management
  • Patient Ambulation
  • Clinical Protocols
  • Cardio-respiratory Care

Posting details

Employment type
Part Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Location
Great Bend, Kansas
Posted
Jun 22, 2026
Application
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Hiring organization

The University of Kansas Health System

The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City is a world-class academic medical center and destination for complex care and diagnosis. We offer more options for patients with serious conditions because of our expertise and leadership in medical research and education....

IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size10,001+ employees
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