Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP)/Respiratory Therapist (RT) PRN Days|Palo Alto Rehab
About The Position
PAM Health is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to care for a diverse patient population at Palo Alto Rehab. The role serves chronically and critically ill patients who require extended hospital care. Candidates should have prior inpatient hospital experience or a desire and commitment to learn. The practitioner performs routine therapy, diagnostic, and emergency cardiopulmonary procedures and keeps equipment in working order. The role also provides phlebotomy and basic laboratory testing as required or requested. PAM Health describes a collaborative care environment and offers competitive pay, paid benefit time, insurance options, and professional growth opportunities through its Education Advancement Program.
Requirements
- Must be certified or licensed in the state where the hospital is located to practice respiratory care.
- Must possess and maintain current BLS and ACLS certification.
- Blood gas licensure is required if employed in Nevada.
- For hospitals that perform arterial punctures and/or run blood gases, a high school diploma is required.
Nice To Haves
- Prior inpatient hospital experience, or a desire and commitment to learn.
- At least one year of clinical respiratory experience is preferred.
- An associate degree is preferred for hospitals that perform arterial punctures and/or run blood gases.
Responsibilities
- Perform routine therapy, diagnostic, and emergency cardiopulmonary procedures for patients.
- Maintain all equipment in working order.
- Provide phlebotomy and basic laboratory testing as required or requested.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Generous paid benefit time
- Excellent insurance options
- Professional growth opportunities through the Education Advancement Program
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Education Level
High school or GED
