Job Details
Respiratory Care Practitioner Intern
2026-03-30 Asante Medford,OR
Description:
Under the supervision of a licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner, the Respiratory Intern provides patient care limited to only those procedures that have been completed in the associated Respiratory Care school curriculum prior to being performed in the hospital patient care areas and completion of hospital competency with documentation. The Intern provides respiratory therapy to patients as ordered by the physician and per protocol according to established standards and practices; utilizes the respiratory care process (assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation) to recommend, coordinate and provide safe, therapeutic respiratory care to patients and work as a secondary RT to assist Respiratory Care Practitioner; collaborates with appropriate disciplines to coordinate continuity of patient care from admission through discharge in support of the respiratory, medical and nursing plans of care; and completes requirements of an EKG Tech, building and stocking of equipment, along with preforming EKGs.
Requirements
We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support your well-being and professional growth, including:
At Asante, we are guided by our values:
Excellence - Respect - Honesty - Service - Teamwork
Asante is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and to employing and advancing qualified individuals of all backgrounds, including women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans.
Additional Position Details: FTE: 0.000001 | On Call | Variable Hours/Variable Days
Salary: Is a flat rate of $28.91 an hour. Plus, you will earn extra shift differentials for swing, night, and weekend hours:
- $1.21 extra for working between 3:00pm - 11:00pm
- $2.05 extra for working between 11:01pm and 7:00am
- $1.05 extra for working weekends
Under the supervision of a licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner, the Respiratory Intern provides patient care limited to only those procedures that have been completed in the associated Respiratory Care school curriculum prior to being performed in the hospital patient care areas and completion of hospital competency with documentation. The Intern provides respiratory therapy to patients as ordered by the physician and per protocol according to established standards and practices; utilizes the respiratory care process (assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation) to recommend, coordinate and provide safe, therapeutic respiratory care to patients and work as a secondary RT to assist Respiratory Care Practitioner; collaborates with appropriate disciplines to coordinate continuity of patient care from admission through discharge in support of the respiratory, medical and nursing plans of care; and completes requirements of an EKG Tech, building and stocking of equipment, along with preforming EKGs.
Requirements
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience demonstrating the ability to effectively communicate as needed for the position is required
- Enrollment in an Accredited Respiratory Therapy education program
- Clinical Competency Documentation
- Completion of 1 term of clinical through their Respiratory Care Curriculum
- For ARRMC only: Completion of one term of clinical with Asante, preferred
- BLS: Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider certified through the American Heart Association (AHA) is required upon start
We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support your well-being and professional growth, including:
- Competitive Pay: Hourly and salaried positions earn market-based compensation.
- Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision coverage for part-time and above employees and their eligible dependents beginning within 30 days of hire.
- Retirement Savings: Employer-sponsored retirement plan with company contribution and match.
- Paid Time Off: Generous ETO for part-time and above employees.
- Professional Development: Continue to enhance your education through our tuition reimbursement and tuition repayment program
- Additional Benefits: Life insurance, disability coverage, and employee assistance programs.
At Asante, we are guided by our values:
Excellence - Respect - Honesty - Service - Teamwork
Asante is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and to employing and advancing qualified individuals of all backgrounds, including women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans.