Internship
Respiratory Therapy Student
Posted on 7/8/2026
ScionHealth
201-500 employees
Manages acute and post-acute hospital networks
No salary listed
Columbus, GA, USA
In Person
On-site in Columbus, GA. Must be enrolled in an accredited respiratory care program and hold a state-issued limited permit; second-year student preferred.
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- Graduation from high school or equivalent is required.
- Must be enrolled in an accredited respiratory care program
- Must hold a state issued limited permit to practice respiratory care according to state requirements
- BLS completed within grace period established by the organization.
- ACLS, NRP and PALS may also be required.
- Favorable references from the respiratory care program director or coordinator and clinical affiliates helpful.
- Second-year student within the program preferred.
- Completion of clinical rotations in ICU, ED, Med/Surg, Pediatrics and OB (Preferred)
- Practices respiratory care within the limits of the laws governing the practice of respiratory care within the state.
- Must provide proof of limited permit and supply updates on procedures ‘checked off’. It is also the responsibility of the employee to update their limited permit with the state.
- Maintains certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (BLS) for the healthcare provider.
- Responds to all ‘code blues’ and other emergency situations to assist the respiratory care professional on duty.
- Functions calmly in emergency situations such as severe trauma, cardiopulmonary arrest and other life-threatening emergencies.
- Sets up, operates and monitors oxygen delivery equipment.
- Completes daily rounds to check oxygen systems.
- Work as a member of the care delivery team, integrates respiratory therapeutics and patient/family education with services and education provided by other members of the care delivery team.
- Performs routine inpatient 12-lead electrocardiograms.
- Second-year student within the program preferred.
- Completion of clinical rotations in ICU, ED, Med/Surg, Pediatrics and OB (Preferred)
ScionHealth runs a network of hospitals that provide both acute and post-acute care. It operates 79 hospital campuses across 25 states, including 61 long-term acute care hospitals and 18 community hospitals, with a focus on patient-centered, quality-driven care. Its services cover the full hospital care path—from immediate treatment to longer-term recovery—using coordinated care teams and technology to support clinicians and improve outcomes. The company differentiates itself by its large, integrated network that combines short-term and long-term care, its community-focused approach, and its emphasis on investing in people and technology to deliver compassionate care. Its goal is to improve health outcomes in communities by offering a seamless continuum of hospital care and expanding access to high-quality services.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Louisville, Kentucky
Founded
2021
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What believers are saying
- Concentrating on LTACHs strengthens operational focus and aligns with high-acuity specialty care demand trends.
- Rigorous ventilator weaning protocols enhance clinical quality and improve outcomes for medically complex patients.
- Rob Jay's leadership since 2021 provides decades of healthcare sector experience driving strategic growth.
What critics are saying
- Lifepoint's acquisition creates a $3B+ competitor directly challenging Scion's LTACH referral network in TX, MS, WV.
- Sale of 5 LTACHs to REIT in September 2024 forces lease-backs at inflated rates, eroding $150M+ annual EBITDA.
- Apollo's private ownership enables forced asset divestitures to satisfy debt, risking sale of 10+ LTACHs by 2027.
What makes ScionHealth unique
- ScionHealth concentrates on specialty hospital services (LTACHs) while reducing community hospital footprint.
- The company established rigorous ventilator weaning protocols with 24/7 respiratory therapy access for complex patients.
- ScionHealth launched as a new healthcare system in October 2021 following the LifePoint-Kindred transaction.
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Ennis Regional Medical Center joins Lifepoint Health. Jun 02, 2026 Ennis, Texas - June 2, 2026 - Ennis Regional Medical Center today announced that it is now officially part of Lifepoint Health, following the close of the company's transaction to acquire eight acute care hospitals from ScionHealth. Based in Brentwood, Tennessee, Lifepoint Health is a leading healthcare provider that serves patients, clinicians, communities and partner organizations across the healthcare continuum. Ennis Regional Medical Center is committed to ensuring a seamless transition for patients, employees and providers. The hospital's leadership team will remain unchanged, and all employees are now employed by Lifepoint. Patients will continue to receive the high-quality care they expect from the providers they know and trust, and there are no anticipated changes to services or how patients access care today. "We are proud to join Lifepoint Health, a trusted healthcare leader dedicated to delivering high-quality care, enhancing patient safety and fostering strong community partnerships," said Doug Holzbog, chief executive officer of Ennis Regional Medical Center. "Our team looks forward to this next chapter as part of the Lifepoint family and the exciting opportunities it will create for our patients, employees, providers and the communities we serve." With the completion of the transaction, Lifepoint's healthcare delivery network now spans 34 states, with 68 community hospital campuses, more than 70 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals and more than 300 additional sites of care. About Ennis Regional Medical Center. Ennis Regional Medical Center is a 60-bed, acute care facility serving residents of Ennis and Ellis County. It has served the healthcare needs of Ennis and surrounding areas for more than 60 years. Visit EnnisRegional.com/about to learn more about Ennis Regional Medical Center. Not a patient? If you haven't been to its hospital or don't have a primary care provider, Ennis Medical Group invite you to find one of its clinicians who will gladly guide you along your healthcare journey.
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