Respiratory Care Practitioner MC: Bronchoscopy, FT, Days
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. This RCP role is dedicated to interventional pulmonary services, with primary responsibility for supporting bronchoscopy and advanced airway procedures.
Requirements
- Associate's Degree from an accredited respiratory therapy program required.
- Respiratory Care Practitioner License from the State of California is required.
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) is required.
- Basic Life Support Provider (BLS) certification required.
- Maintaining a current age-specific Advanced Life Support Provider certification required.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification required.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) through an American Heart Association (AHA) provider training program required.
- Able to assemble and troubleshoot patient/machine equipment.
- Able to draw blood.
- Able to assess (patient or examination).
- 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 system.
- 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 preferred.
- Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP) is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Administers simple and complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures for adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients with cardiopulmonary dysfunction.
- Provides care in general, 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.
- Supports bronchoscopy and advanced airway procedures.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
