Respiratory Care Practitioner (MC: Full-time, Nights)

Loma Linda • Loma Linda, CA

8h • Onsite

About The Position

The Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) administers simple and complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, which assist in the treatment and diagnosis of adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients with cardiopulmonary dysfunction. Provides care in general and critical care and specialty areas. Possesses advanced skills in assessment and appropriate application of respiratory care services in one age specific group and intermediate skills in other age groups. Records treatment and diagnostic information in the medical record. Performs other duties as needed.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree from an accredited respiratory therapy program.
• Respiratory Care Practitioner License from the State of California.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC).
• Basic Life Support Provider (BLS) certification.
• Current age-specific Advanced Life Support Provider certification.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) through an American Heart Association (AHA) provider training program.
• Able to assemble and troubleshoot patient/machine equipment.
• Able to draw blood.
• Able to assess patients or perform examinations.
• Able to perform preventative maintenance.
• Able to calibrate equipment.
• Able to relate and communicate positively, effectively, and professionally with others.
• Able to be assertive and consistent in following and/or enforcing policies.
• Able to work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure.
• Able to lead, supervise, teach, and collaborate.
• Able to accept direction.
• Able to perform algebraic calculations.
• Able to interpret data.
• Able to understand microprocessor equipment.
• Able to understand departmental and hospital information systems.
• Able to communicate effectively in English in person, in writing, and on the telephone.
• Able to think critically.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Able to perform basic math functions.
• Able to manage multiple assignments effectively.
• Able to work well under pressure.
• Able to problem solve.
• Able to organize and prioritize workload.
• Able to recall information with accuracy.
• Able to pay close attention to detail.
• Able to distinguish colors.
• Able to hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone.
• Able to identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the work place/patient care.
• Able to see adequately to read computer screens, medical records, and written documents necessary to position.
• Able to discern temperature variances through touch.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum one (1) year of clinical experience.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP).

Responsibilities

• Administer simple and complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures for adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients with cardiopulmonary dysfunction.
• Provide respiratory care in general, critical care, and specialty areas.
• Utilize advanced skills in assessment and appropriate application of respiratory care services in one age-specific group and intermediate skills in other age groups.
• Record treatment and diagnostic information in the medical record.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Benefits

• Equal opportunities in all aspects of the employment process to every individual, regardless of gender, race, color, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
• Reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified individuals requesting an accommodation due to a disability.

What This Job Offers

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