RESPIRATORY THERAPIST ( FULL TIME ) 12 hour shifts / AM/PM Shift and PM/NOC Shift

RESPIRATORY THERAPIST

( FULL TIME ) 12 hour shifts / AM/PM Shift and PM/NOC Shift Creekside Healthcare Center - 3.3 San Pablo, CA Job Details Full-time $35 - $38 an hour 11 hours ago Qualifications State-specific respiratory therapist license RCP License Full Job Description SUMMARY Respiratory therapist, with supervision of a physician, performs cardiopulmonary evaluation, respiratory therapy treatment techniques, and education of resident, patient, staff, family, and caregivers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Performs the tests that aid in the diagnosis and evaluation of respiratory problems using special apparatus and administering therapies.

• Selects, assembles and checks equipment used in the respiratory treatment.
• Gives temporary relief to patients with conditions ranging from chronic asthma to heart failure, stroke, etc.
• Performs diagnostic tests and monitors patient's treatment.
• Teaches patients and their families to use equipment.
• Draws blood and analyzes the oxygen, carbon dioxide and pH levels.
• Completes required forms and documents in accordance with company policy and state and/or federal regulations.

ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS

Meets current State licensing requirements.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

May supervise Respiratory Therapist Assistants, Rehab Techs and / or Rehab Aides, and others involved in program

THER REQUIREMENTS

Participates in (or conducts) company-sponsored training to safeguard against improper use and disclosure of resident's protected health information. Monitors and ensures compliance with company policies, procedures and state and federal law. By his / her signature below, employee agrees to adhere to and oversee communication of privacy guidelines relative to the confidentiality of residents' protected health information.

JOB DESCRIPTION REVIEW I

understand this job description, its requirements and that I am expected to complete all duties as assigned. I understand the job duties may be altered from time to time.

SALARY RANGE

$35 to $38 PER

HOUR DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE

Mariner Healthcare reserves the right to discontinue any bonus program at anytime.