Respiratory Care Therapist
Respiratory Care Therapist
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Job Description
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Organization:
PAMFPalo Alto Medical Foundation PADPosition Overview:
Performs therapeutic diagnostic and emergency respiratory care procedures and provides assessment treatment care and evaluation for patients with respiratory insufficiencies or abnormalities. Exercises sound judgment and developed clinical skills to provide input to and implement the patients plan of care based on the diagnosis and physician orders in a timely manner. Gains confidence and cooperation from the patient their family/support group and other healthcare providers through competent patient assessment attentive monitoring and care and effective communication. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations codes policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care. May also be responsible for performing specific procedures and/or orient other staff to the department.Job Description:
EDUCATION:
Other: Graduate of a twoyear respiratory care program accredited by the Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC)
CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:
RCPRespiratory Care Practitioner
NRPNeonatal Resuscitation Provider
RRTRegistered Respiratory Therapist within 90 days
OR CRTCertified Respiratory Therapist within 90 days
BLSBasic Life Support Healthcare Provider
TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:
2 years of recent relevant experience.
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:
Knowledge of respiratory therapy principles procedures views and equipment including some experience responding to traumas and various hospital emergencies.
Ability to interpret a variety of data and instructions furnished in written oral diagram or schedule form.
Capable of performing routine or emergency respiratory care as well as a basic understanding of human anatomy physiology pathology and medical terminology.
Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences including nonmedical people.
Welldeveloped time management and organizational skills including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadline
General knowledge of computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel and Outlook) electronic health records (EHR) and EPIC.
Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
Work independently as well as be part of the team including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
Identify evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
Ensure the privacy of each patients protected health information (PHI).
Build collaborate relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.
Function effectively and perform this position in an emergency situation.
Job Shift:
DaysSchedule:
Per Diem/CasualShift Hours:
8Days of the Week:
VariableWeekend Requirements:
As NeededBenefits:
NoUnions:
NoPosition Status:
NonExemptWeekly Hours:
0Employee Status:
Per Diem/CasualSutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
Pay Range is $0.00 to $0.00 / hourThe salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidates experience education skills licensure and certifications department equity training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package.
Employment Type
Part-Time
