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I beg to differ.

From what I see in the field, RTs can become some of the most successful sales people. In fact, many good respiratory product companies would prefer to train a willing, knowledgeable, and open-minded RT to do sales especially if they have a vast offering of products for RT. The ramp time is definitely shorter for learning the products, particularly when you've already used them in your practice and are familiar with how they benefit your patients. When you have a clinical background, it's easier to work with Key Opinion Leaders since you're more than a salesperson to them, but also a clinical consultant. On the other hand, a good salesperson with only a track record but no clinical background can still do very well too, but more difficult to work with KOLs as they might have to do twice the work to act as an advisor.

There's no secret to being the consultant:
What is your customer currently doing? How can your company help them make it better (e.g. less expensive, less wasteful, less invasive, more patient benefits, faster, improve outcomes)

Don't get me wrong though, a body and mind that is willing and able to learn new concepts whether they are new to clinical concepts or business sales is an asset of itself.

The very first thing that a candidate with no sales track record has to sell: Themselves.

Here's a few podcasts that I've found helpful and full of great info, especially if you're just starting out. The one from Saul Marquez is geared toward landing that job. The Medical Sales Guru Podcast is geared to: once you land that job, what are some good and bad practices to do day to day.

https://medicalsalesguru.com/author/admin/

https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/saul-marquez/smart-medical-sales

I also recommend a good read:


How to Master the Art of Selling https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00T8AT7B6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_Dn0ADbWGCKFK4

I'll second or third a pulse oximeter. Maybe get a couple, because they will be lost at some point. Hospitals usually have them as well, but they tend to be bigger and bulkier and don't really fit into pockets nicely. It's nice to have your own (write your name/number on it in permanent marker!). Also a gift card for scrubs is a great idea.

A badge lanyard:https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00UE1QGGC/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/Lola-Lung-Retractable-Respiratory-Specialist/dp/B00KIOY5EU/ref=sr_1_1?s=office-products&ie=UTF8&qid=1466862284&sr=1-1&keywords=lola+lung

Badge ID pocket reference cards, they have tons of different ones and you can get them either vertical or horizontally: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009BE9BCY/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/Rapid-ID-Obstructive-Restrictive-Horizontal/dp/B00N33A8P8/ref=sr_1_fkmr1_1_a_it?s=hpc&ie=UTF8&qid=1466863446&sr=8-1-fkmr1&keywords=abg+badge+id+card+pocket+reference

Also blank ones (you can use a dry erase marker or ballpoint pen and reuse - might be helpful to jot notes or keep codes for various rooms handy): https://www.amazon.com/Blank-Plastic-Horizontal-Pocket-Reference/dp/B00BNYK05M/ref=sr_1_1_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1466863602&sr=8-1&keywords=blank+badge+id+card+pocket+reference

Or maybe just a pocket guide: https://www.amazon.com/Respiratory-Notes-Therapists-Pocket-Daviss/dp/0803629222/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1466865465&sr=8-4&keywords=respiratory+therapist

A lot of people where I work use these things: https://www.amazon.com/Mitten-Medical-Professional-Stethoscope-Scrub-Lock/dp/B0187VBMY6/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1466863731&sr=8-2&keywords=respiratory+therapist+accessories

If you buy a pricey stethoscope, I would advise you to spend $10-15 extra and have it engraved. Nice things have a way of "disappearing" if misplaced. You can also buy something like this, but keep in mind they are removeable: https://www.amazon.com/Littmann-L2170-Adults-Stethoscope-Black/dp/B000SKF9VW/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1466864605&sr=8-1&keywords=stethoscope+name+tag

There are also novelty gifts like:
http://www.visualanatomy.com/shop/default.aspx
https://www.amazon.com/Super-Respiratory-Therapist-Shirt-Large/dp/B01EPEX1X4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1466865465&sr=8-1&keywords=respiratory+therapist
Also novelty coffee cups, pens, markers, lunchboxes, and jewelry.

Also, a student can never have too much practice for the boards, and the earlier you start preparing the better. This is just one of many, many practice guides: https://www.amazon.com/Comprehensive-Respiratory-Therapist-Exam-Review/dp/0323067018/ref=sr_1_49?ie=UTF8&qid=1466865661&sr=8-49&keywords=respiratory+therapist

Other thoughts: maybe a subscription to Audible.com - there are TONS of respiratory books available. They might not have time to read additional books on top of required reading for school, but anyone can listen to an audiobook while driving, running errands.

My school paired forcmecto do the Lindsay Jones program. It helped quite a lot. We had a three day seminar with a speaker that pretty much reviewed everything we had learned and taught us how to think to pass the tests. I believe there are online ones to do and you can purchase their book on their website.

I also purchased the Pershing review book found at the following link:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/1437706746/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_btJsub0NVGKF5

This book us great. My clinical instructor highly recommend it and it was well worth the money. I suggest new because the used that a friend purchased had answers filled in.

I just have my RRT but my good friend just passed her NPS by using the Kettering NPS materials and the book we got from our neonatal class in school to review. She said the book was more helpful than the Kettering materials.
This is the book here:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/1416024484/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1416165932&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SY200_QL40

I think those books are fine, especially Egans since that book is essentially the Respiratory Care Bible.

Eventually, you will probably need Chang for Mechanical Ventilation but that is later on. http://www.amazon.com/Clinical-Application-Mechanical-Ventilation-David/dp/1111539588

Near the end, I would recommend getting a review book like http://www.amazon.com/Respiratory-Care-Exam-Review-Advanced/dp/1437706746/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1422383798&sr=8-1&keywords=persing+respiratory+care+exam+review

Halfway into your last semester, you will need to look into Kettering or Lindsey Jones. Personally and most people will recommend Kettering.

https://www.amazon.com/MDF-Stainless-Premium-Pediatric-Stethoscope/dp/B000RL0D5O

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0011E8DEY/?th=1&psc=1

Littman are nice scopes, but way too much $$$. There are cheaper options that mimic the littman design that will give you the same results. Most of my friends who have used littmans their entire careers we're shocked to find these MDF scopes sounds as good if not better than their littmans.

https://www.amazon.com/Clinical-Application-Mechanical-Ventilation-David/dp/1111539588

I love this book. The only thing I don't like about it are some of the normal value ranges it suggests are a little high. I imagine his next edition will be revised in that sense.

I can look when I get to work tomorrow and take some measurements etc. Unfortunately once they label something as a medical product the price soars. Does your vent have that metal piece on the back to hook to that stand? How handy are you? or do you have someone who can give you a hand? You could probably make one for less than $50.

or

just get something like this and strap your vent on top instead of a computer, or why not both?

http://www.amazon.com/Height-Adjustable-Mobile-Laptop-Computer/dp/B004G91RK8/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1463188737&sr=8-3&keywords=computer+on+wheels

http://www.amazon.com/3M-Littmann-Cardiology-Stethoscope-3128/product-reviews/B000F4UOXY

I like this one. Plus, it is not too heavy. Make sure you label it well.

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I've become a little obsessed with collecting stethoscopes now so...

3M Littmann 6152 Cardiology IV Stethoscope, Standard-Finish Chestpiece, 27", Black Tube https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01CS2OFNK/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_TaBBxbXDCRC57

Just a suggestion...