Student Respiratory Therapist

Student Respiratory Therapist

Student Respiratory Therapist

US:NY:Buffalo | Imaging & Technical Specialties | Per-Diem

Posted On July 29, 2026

Student Respiratory Therapist

Department: BGMC Respiratory Therapy Location: Buffalo General Medical Center Location of Job: US:NY:Buffalo Work Type: Per-Diem Scheduled Work Hours: Variable Shift 9

Job Description

Responsible for the stocking of respiratory supplies in all clinical areas and maintaining adequate quantities working closely with supervision. Responsible for the stocking and maintenance of the portable oxygen cylinders within the hospital clinical areas. Responsible for the cleaning and packaging of used and/or contaminated equipment as well setup and pre-use safety check. May be assigned various non-clinical projects for the department determined by supervision.

Education And Credentials

HS - High School Diploma or GED required. Current status as a Respiratory Therapy student at an accredited Respiratory Therapy program or recent graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program. Once an employee graduates from an accredited Respiratory Therapist Program they will have one (1) year to obtain licensure required. Completion of a minimum of one (1) clinical respiratory therapy rotation required.

Experience

**For non-clinical positions and nursing support positions, internal and external applicants must have the core competencies and sufficient work experience to perform in the per diem position for which they are applying.**

Working Conditions

Essential: * Weight Requirement - Medium (up to 50 lbs)

Job Details

Standard Hours Bi-Weekly: 15.00 FTE: 0.200000 Weekend/Holiday Requirement: Yes On Call Required: No With Rotation: Work Arrangement: Onsite Union Code: U07 - CWA 1168 BGH TCC Requisition ID#: 22312 Grade: T5 Pay Frequency: Bi-Weekly Salary Range: $ 23.27 - $29.44

*Wage will be determined based on factors such as candidate's experience, qualifications, internal equity, and any applicable collective bargaining agreement.

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