Respiratory Therapy Intern
Company: Ascension
Role summary
Respiratory Therapy Intern is a role at Ascension in Indianapolis, Indiana, United States (on-site). Posted 2026-08-24. Experience level: 0-2. No degree required.
- Job title
- Respiratory Therapy Intern
- Company
- Ascension
- Location
- Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
- Work arrangement
- on-site
- Category
- Healthcare Support
- Experience level
- 0-2
- Degree required
- No
- Date posted
- 2026-08-24
You have a fantastic opportunity to kickstart your medical career with this internship at Ascension, where you'll get hands-on experience in a supportive clinical environment. It’s an ideal way to build essential patient care skills and gain exposure to hospital operations without needing a degree to get started.
Job description
Your future role at a glance
Location: Indianapolis, IN
Facility: Ascension St. Vincent Hospital
Department: Respiratory Care
Schedule: Nights | PRN | 3 shifts per 6-week schedule
How you'll make an impact in this role
Administer and adjust respiratory medications and treatments, evaluating patient outcomes under supervision for maximum effect.
Monitor patient response to therapies and communicate condition changes promptly to the care team.
Educate patients and families on respiratory health, medication, and treatment plans to foster active participation in recovery.
What minimum qualifications you'll need
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Temporary Permit Respiratory Care Practitioner credentialed from the Indiana Respiratory Care Committee obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date -Or- Student Respiratory Care Practitioner credentialed from the Indiana Respiratory Care Committee obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
Education:
High school diploma equivalency OR Enrolled in accredited program specific to discipline required.
What additional requirements you'll need
Current Respiratory Therapy student in good standing
Students must be willing to float to the Emergency Department, ICU Units, General floors, the Burn Unit, and Peyton Manning Children's Hospital.
Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
Equal employment opportunity employer
Equal employment opportunity employer
Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
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Benefits
Paid time off (PTO)Various health insurance options & wellness plansRetirement benefits including employer match plansLong-term & short-term disabilityEmployee assistance programs (EAP)Parental leave & adoption assistanceTuition reimbursementWays to give back to your community
Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.