WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you’ll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career! 

JOB SUMMARY
The Respiratory Student Extern will provide respiratory care to patients with deficiencies and/or abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system under the supervision of a Registered Respiratory Therapist who holds a Texas state license as a Respiratory Care Practitioner. The UT Southwestern RT Externship Program is open to students who are enrolled in an accredited respiratory care baccalaureate or associate degree program, classified as a senior semester student. 

BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Required

• Education
  Transcript (most recent-unofficial) 3.0 GPA and 
  Letter of recommendation from a clinical instructor and 
  Completed online application 
   

• Experience
  Resume showing all work experience, involvement in professional organizations, and history of volunteerism 
   

• Licenses and Certifications
  (BLS) BASIC LIFE SUPPORT course accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) Upon Hire 
   

Preferred

• Education
  Student in their senior year of a Respiratory Program. 

  JOB DUTIES

• The Extern will receive competency assessments until the assigned preceptor determines the trainee competent to perform specific respiratory care functions independently and in accordance with the safe practice and patient care safety standards of UTSW Medical Center.
• Perform routine respiratory care activities, which include aerosol therapy, MDI, DPI, airway clearance, lung expansion therapy, oxygen therapy, non-invasive ventilation, patient education, set up and operate various types of equipment to be utilized in the diagnosis and treatment of respiratory diseases and/or illnesses.
• Report any changes in patient’s condition or behavior immediately to their assigned preceptor, respiratory campus supervisor or assistant manager.
• Request assistance/guidance as needed to ensure that patient care is delivered in a safe, high quality and effective manner at all times.
• Responds to patient requests for assistance in respectful, positive and timely manner.
• Documents patient information accurately and in a timely manner.
• Assumes accountability for all actions in the workplace and reports errors promptly.
• Maintains patient confidentiality when faced with questions from visitors or the public.
• Coordinates schedules to seek opportunities to learn and demonstrate knowledge.
• Utilizes downtime to assist respiratory therapists and medical staff in providing patient care.
• Performs other duties as requested.

SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT

Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

EEO
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.