Respiratory Care Practitioner-Adult, Sub Acute Program

Community Health System • Fresno, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

As a novice to advanced beginner therapist, the Respiratory Care Practitioner 1-Adult provides respiratory care to meet the cardiopulmonary needs of the patient. Provides prescribed respiratory therapy ordered by the physician, which includes assessment, treatment, management, control, diagnostic evaluation, and care of patients within the facility in accordance with department policy and procedures.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree in Respiratory Care required
• A graduate of an approved Respiratory Care Program is required
• RCP - State of California Respiratory Care Practitioner License required
• RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist w/ NBRC required
• BLS - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers by American Heart Association (AHA) required
• PALS - Pediatric Advance Life Support Certification required within 180 days of hire or transfer into position. PALS - Pediatric Advance Life Support Certification not required for incumbents working at Fresno Heart and Surgical Hospital (FHSH) or at Community Subacute and Transitional Care Center (CSTCC)
• ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification required within 180 days of hire or transfer into position
• NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation Program if working in NICU required within 180 days of hire or transfer into position

Responsibilities

• Provides respiratory care to meet the cardiopulmonary needs of the patient.
• Provides prescribed respiratory therapy ordered by the physician, which includes assessment, treatment, management, control, diagnostic evaluation, and care of patients within the facility in accordance with department policy and procedures.

Benefits

• Time and a half after 8 hrs + weekend and night differential
• Free Continuing Education and certification including BLS, ACLS and PALS
• Great food options with on-demand ordering
• Free parking and electric charging
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion is a cornerstone of our culture at Community. All are welcome as valued members of our community. We know that our ability to provide the highest level of care is through taking care of our incredible teams.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees