Job Shadow - Healthcare - Respiratory Therapy Session II - Essentia
This job shadow is open to 2 students.
SJMC - Respiratory Therapy
Assess, treat, and care for patients with breathing disorders. Assume primary responsibility for all respiratory care modalities, including the supervision of respiratory therapy technicians. Initiate and conduct therapeutic procedures; maintain patient records; and select, assemble, check, and operate equipment.
Dress is business casual - no denim.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS - Please check the location description and fee/admission section for special instructions.
Job shadows are available to high school students to further investigate the options of a given career field. Students spend part of a day with a group or an individual knowledgeable about the profession of interest.
The value this experience provides is based on research that shows a workplace connection creates relevance, guides career and educational goals, and connects regional employers with graduates. Allowing students to observe workplace activities, discuss the education and training required, and find out what qualities are desired in a potential employee.
