Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Tenet Healthcare Corporation • San Ramon, CA

2d • $45 - $70

About The Position

Reporting to the Respiratory Department Manager, the Respiratory Care Practitioner demonstrates proficiency in the use and operation of respiratory equipment and provides respiratory treatments to an assigned age-specific patient population, including infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients. The practitioner participates in related continuing education and provides care according to professional standards and established procedures, using sound judgment and personal initiative. The role includes administering physician-prescribed medication and drawing and analyzing blood gases. Other duties may be assigned within the scope of practice.

Requirements

• Successful completion of an accredited Respiratory Care program.
• Current Respiratory Care Practitioner License issued by the Respiratory Care Board of California.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for Healthcare Provider issued by the American Heart Association.
• Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certificate issued by the American Heart Association.
• Current Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification issued by the American Heart Association.
• Current Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification.
• Excellent assessment skills for floor therapy and patients on mechanical ventilators.

Nice To Haves

• Three years of recent experience in all phases of acute Respiratory Care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate respiratory equipment proficiently.
• Provide respiratory treatments and care to assigned patients across age groups.
• Participate in related continuing education.
• Deliver care in accordance with professional standards and established procedures, using good judgment and initiative.
• Administer medication as prescribed by a physician.
• Draw and analyze blood gases.
• Perform other duties within the scope of practice.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match.
• Paid time off.
• Career development and continuing education opportunities.
• Health savings accounts and healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee discount program.
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare, and auto and home insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed