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01 Salinas Valley Health Medical Center

Respiratory Care Practitioner Registered - PD

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What they do

A Respiratory Therapist assists patients who have trouble breathing because of a chronic respiratory illness, trauma, or other conditions. Administers tests to diagnose breathing problems, performs treatments to help patients breathe easier, or sets up breathing equipment such as ventilators. Works closely with physicians and other healthcare workers, and may also assist in providing emergency care to patients suffering from heart attacks, drowning, or shock. Works in hospitals; may also provide care and counseling to patients in their homes.

$85,508 / year median in California

+11% projected growth

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Job Description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.
Department:
Respiratory Care Works under the supervision of the Department Assistant Director, Supervisor, and upon the orders of a physician. Performs all functions and procedures as outlined in the Policy and Procedure manual of the Respiratory Care Department. This includes, but is not limited to, setting up and operating various types of respiratory care equipment, emergency services, minor preventative maintenance, bedside diagnostics, patient instruction, delivery of other associated therapeutic procedures. Should be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his/her unit. Performs other duties as assigned. 1. Performs Respiratory Care procedures in accordance with all standing policies and procedures. 2. Participates in the interdisciplinary approach to patient care. 3. Attends interdisciplinary patient care meetings. 4. Responds to all Code Blue emergencies in all areas of the hospital. 5. Should be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients serviced on his/her unit of assignment. 6. Sets up and maintains various types of Respiratory Care equipment. 7. Monitors the use and efficacy/complications of Respiratory Care equipment. 8. Institutes and monitors use/efficacy of oxygen therapy 9. Maintains accurate patient care documentation and departmental records. 10. Participates in-patient and their family education. 11. Assists with the maintenance of adequate stock levels of respiratory disposable equipment. 12. Assists in processing equipment for decontamination. 13. Assists other therapists in the completion of assigned duties. 14. Attends departmental in-services/staff meetings. 15. Attends all required hospital-wide in-services. 16. Performs other duties as assigned.
Education:
Registered:
Graduate from an AMA accredited 2-4 year Respiratory Care program.
Certified:
Graduate from an AMA accredited one year Respiratory Care program.
Licensure:
Registered/Certified:
Must be licensed by the State of California to practice respiratory care, and be registered through the National Board of Respiratory Care. BLS/Healthcare Provider status as per American Heart Association standards. ACLS-Advanced Cardiac Life Support per American Heart Association Standards. Completion of Neonatal Resuscitation Program course of American Academy of Pediatrics and American Heart Association.
Experience:
Exposure to facets of Respiratory Care modalities in an AMA accredited Respiratory Care program. The hourly rate for this position is $65.69 - $79.85. The range displayed on this job posting reflects the target for new hire salaries for this position.
Job Specifications:
Union:
NUHW •
Work Shift:
Variable •
FTE:
0.0 •
Scheduled Hours:
0 If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us! Salinas Valley Health, formerly Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital, founded in 1953, is the cornerstone of what would eventually become Salinas Valley Health. Today, we serve thousands of individuals and families just like you throughout the Salinas Valley, Monterey Peninsula and the surrounding region. Each year, our highly trained team of healthcare professionals takes our renowned quality of patient care to the next level. Our team actively utilizes the latest medical techniques with our state-of-the-art technology to improve your health and well-being. In many cases this provides you and your family the opportunity to receive specialized care right here in your own community, without the need for travel. Our 263-bed acute care medical center employs more than 2,036 people and has a medical staff of more than 300 board-certified physicians across a broad spectrum of specialties, all dedicated to your care. Please apply internally via Job Hub.