Respiratory Care Practitioner 2 - Adult Nights - Relief

Respiratory Care Practitioner 2

• Adult Nights
• Relief at Oregon Health & Science University Respiratory Care Practitioner 2
• Adult Nights
• Relief at Oregon Health & Science University in Portland, Oregon Posted in 4 days ago.

Job Description:

Respiratory Care Practitioner 2

• Adult Nights

•

Relief US-OR-Portland Requisition ID:

2026-38322

Position Category:

Hospital/Clinic Support Job Type:

AFSCME union represented

Position Type:

Relief/Flex/Resource Posting Department:

Respiratory Care Services Posting Salary Range:

$40.29

• $55.

30 Per hour with offer based on experience, education and internal equity

Posting FTE:

0.00

Posting Schedule:

Variable Posting Hours:

12 hour Night shift

• 1845-0715

HR Mission:

Healthcare Drug Testable:

Yes Department Overview OHSU is Oregon's only public academic health center. We are a system of hospitals and clinics across Oregon and southwest Washington. We are an institution of higher learning, with schools of medicine, nursing, pharmacy, dentistry and public health

• and with a network of campuses and partners throughout Oregon.

We are a national research hub, with thousands of scientists developing lifesaving therapies and deeper understanding. We are a statewide economic engine and Portland's largest employer. And as a public organization, we provide services for the most vulnerable Oregonians, and outreach to improve health in communities across the state. This is an Adult Respiratory Care position. Work units include South Waterfront, adult ICUs, Emergency Department, and pediatric & adult acute/intermediate care wards. Respiratory Therapists at OHSU provide bedside respiratory care modalities in accordance with hospital and departmental guidelines as ordered by healthcare providers. Relief employees must be available to work at least four (4) days per pay period as determined according to the department needs Function/Duties of Position Provides therapeutic interventions including but not limited to: airway management, therapeutic gases and ventilator management, newborn resuscitation, cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Performs diagnostic procedures including but not limited to: sampling of arterial blood, bedside spirometry, spontaneous ventilatory parameters, point of care testing. Therapeutic modalities and communication approached with reference to age specific needs of the patient, including Doernbecher Children's Hospital Family Centered Care Program. Assists other Respiratory Care Practitioners and health professionals to provide quality patient care in the spirit of teamwork. Trains new Respiratory Therapists, students and other healthcare team members. Demonstrates an understanding of current and all new care modalities and equipment. Completes all competency testing, required in-services and activities. Takes personal responsibility for maintaining competency for equipment and modalities within the Respiratory Care Practitioner scope of practice. Seeks assistance in managing workload as needed. Recognizes the need for guidance and uses expertise of others when appropriate. Utilizes appropriate chain-of-command and committee process to effect change. Charts and charges all services provided per policy. Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by a manager, supervisor or lead worker. Required Qualifications A current, valid Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner's (LRCP) credential issued by the Health Licensing Office for the State of Oregon and Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential issued by the National Board for Respiratory Care (Upon hire). Minimum of an associate degree from a respiratory therapy education program supported or accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC). BLS from AHA required. New hires will be enrolled and required to complete during orientation. Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association Preferred Qualifications Bachelor Degree 2 years of clinical respiratory care Adult Critical Care Specialty (ACCS) credential issued by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification issued by the American Academy of Pediatrics Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) issued by the American Heart Association Additional Details Work location in sometimes noisy patient care areas. 12 hour shifts. Possible exposure to blood, body fluids, airborn pathogens, magnetic fields, and radiation.

Benefits:

Healthcare Options

• Covered 100% for full-time employees and 88% for dependents, and $25K of term life insurance provided at no cost to the employee Two separate above market pension plans to choose from Vacation
• up to 200 hours per year depending on length of service Sick Leave
• up to 96 hours per year 8 paid holidays per year Substantial Tri-met and C-Tran discounts Additional Programs including: Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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Salary:

$40.00