Respiratory Therapist
Respiratory Therapist
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$ 59 - 74
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Job Description
The Respiratory Therapist I (RT I) provides a full range of diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory care services to patients of all age groups. Responds to cardiopulmonary emergencies providing airway maintenance and manual and mechanical ventilatory support using a variety of devices and techniques. Administers therapeutic gases inhaled aerosol medications and humidity therapy. Obtains reviews and interprets data and assesses the need for and response to respiratory care interventions and consults with medical and nursing personnel to optimize patient care planning. Performs arterial blood gas analysis and a variety of cardiopulmonary diagnostic procedures. Provides patient and family instruction in respiratory therapy selfadministration and proper use of equipment and supplies
The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.
Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.
The salary range for this position is $59.63 $74.64 (Hourly Rate).
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability age protected veteran status or other protected status under state or federal law.
To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF including total compensation please visit: position requires flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations. Prior experience and demonstrated abilities in: Valid and Current California Respiratory Care Board Respiratory Care Practitioner License. OTHER FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Performs procedures and treatments according to physician orders and Department Policies and Procedures. Participates in and supports Performance Improvement activities. Performs basic and advanced cardiopulmonary diagnostic procedures and calculations collects and interprets data to facilitate objective patient assessment and effective care planning. Assists other health care professionals in the interpretation and clinical application of results. Performs advanced life support diagnostic procedures in the Critical Care Units such as measuring exhaled carbon dioxide bronchoscopy assistance indirect calorimetry and other cardiopulmonary diagnostics. Assist medical staff in the interpretation and clinical application of results. Record respiratory care procedures performed in the patients chart and maintain current charting on patients receiving therapy in the Respiratory Care Departments files. Attends and participates in RCS departmental meetings inservices and other communication and development activities. Demonstrates cultural sensitivity and a respectful manner toward patients visitors and staff. Is courteous respectful and professional to both internal and external customers. Demonstrates effectiveness in spoken and written communications. Communicates clearly to others. Documentation is clear concise and complete. Acts in accordance with the organization and departments mission statements. Responsible for maintaining reliable work habits attendance and completed assignments. Responds appropriately in emergency situations. Prioritizes patients needs based on emergent needs patient safety resources available to meet identified needs routine care. Responsible to be knowledgeable of and comply with all applicable infection control health and safety policies and procedures as implemented by the department and/or work unit and the Medical Center. Is attentive to safety and infection control issues especially when performing tasks. Identifies and reports unsafe conditions. Is courteous respectful and professional to both internal and external customers. Performs other duties as assigned.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age protected veteran or disabled status or genetic information.
About UCSF
At UCSF Health our mission of innovative patient care advanced technology and pioneering research is redefining whats possible for the patients we serve a promise we share with the professionals who make up our team.
Consistently ranked among the top 10 hospitals nationwide by U.S. News & World Report UCSF Health is committed to providing the most rewarding work experience while delivering the best care available anywhere. In an environment that allows for continuous learning and opportunities for professional growth UCSF Health offers the ideal atmosphere in which to best use your skills and talents.
Pride Values
UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism respect integrity diversity and excellence also known as our PRIDE values.
In addition to our PRIDE values UCSF is committed to equity both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education discovery and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at
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Employment Type
Full Time
