Student Respiratory Therapist
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Job Description
Join our team as a Student Respiratory Therapist in Tulsa, OK.
Why Join Us?
Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better
Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
People-First: We prioritize your well-being with a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.
Get to Know Your Team
Hillcrest Hospital South is a 180 bed acute care hospital with a history of providing state-of-the-art technology in a friendly, community setting that is easy to navigate. With more than 1000 employees and 700 physicians, we provide a wide range of inpatient and outpatient services for all ages including emergency, intensive care, stroke, cardiology, maternity, orthopedics and surgery.
Responsible for providing care which includes assessment, treatment, control diagnostic evaluation of patients with deficiencies and abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system.
- Consults with physicians.
- Provides consultation, instruction and/or technical direction of medical, nursing and other staff members.
Job Requirements
- Currently enrolled or completed Respiratory Associated degree program.
- Must possess a current Oklahoma RCP license.
BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.
Preferred Job Requirements
- ACLS, PALS, and NRP preferred.
- Desirable characteristics include two years of experience in a hospital or medically related environment.
Key Responsibilities
The Student Respiratory Therapist provides assessment, treatment, and diagnostic evaluation for patients with cardiopulmonary system abnormalities. They also consult with physicians and provide technical direction to medical and nursing staff.
Requirements
Candidates must be enrolled in or have completed a Respiratory Associate degree program and hold a current Oklahoma RCP license. BLS certification is required within 14 days of hire, with ACLS, PALS, and NRP certifications preferred.
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Respiratory Therapy Career Context
Of the 50 active Respiratory Therapist listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 60% have no call, 52% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Oklahoma is 87.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.9% of Oklahoma clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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