Associate Respiratory Care Practitioner - Respiratory Therapy
About The Position
Associate Respiratory Care Practitioner at Providence St. Mary Medical Center in Apple Valley, CA. This position is PT and will work 12-hour, Variable shifts. Providence St. Mary Medical Center has been a part of the community of Apply Valley, California since 1956 and is recognized as one of the best regional hospitals in 6 types of care by U.S. News & World Report. Be part of our team dedicated to providing exceptional medical care across a range of specialties for our community. Provides Respiratory Therapy in all non-critical areas and all adult critical care areas of the hospital as ordered by the Medical Staff of St. Mary Medical Center. Such procedures include but are not limited to, the following: mechanical ventilation (BIPAP), oxygen therapy, limited patient assessments, comprehensive patient assessments (TDP), chest physiotherapy, coughing and breathing exercises, aerosol therapy, CPR, administration of aerosolized medications and therapeutic gases. Draws, analyzes, and interprets blood gases. Performs quality control and maintenance on blood gas and co-oximetry instruments. The RCP I moderately exercise independent judgment, make Respiratory Care decisions and takes action based on the knowledge of hospital and departmental policies and procedures. Supervises the patient care of Respiratory Care Students. Reports appropriately through the chain of command. Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at St. Mary Medical Center and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.
Requirements
- Graduated from an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program.
- California Respiratory Care Practitioner License/ Upon hire
- National Provider BLS - American Heart Association. Upon hire
- National Provider ACLS - American Heart Association. Within 90 days of hire
- National Provider PALS - American Heart Association. Within 90 days of hire
- Clinical experience in Respiratory Therapy combined with a background in physiology and pharmacology.
Responsibilities
- Provides Respiratory Therapy in all non-critical areas and all adult critical care areas of the hospital as ordered by the Medical Staff of St. Mary Medical Center.
- Mechanical ventilation (BIPAP), oxygen therapy, limited patient assessments, comprehensive patient assessments (TDP), chest physiotherapy, coughing and breathing exercises, aerosol therapy, CPR, administration of aerosolized medications and therapeutic gases.
- Draws, analyzes, and interprets blood gases.
- Performs quality control and maintenance on blood gas and co-oximetry instruments.
- Moderately exercises independent judgment, makes Respiratory Care decisions and takes action based on the knowledge of hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
- Supervises the patient care of Respiratory Care Students.
- Reports appropriately through the chain of command.
Benefits
- Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
