Respiratory Therapist

Lompoc Valley Medical Center • Lompoc, CA

263d • $34 - $48

About The Position

The Respiratory Care Practitioner plans, coordinates and implements respiratory patient care on all units and ensures that quality care is provided in an efficient and safe manner, consistent with the Department Standards of Care. While demonstrating performance consistent with the mission, philosophy and goals of the Department, remains flexible to changing systems, is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice and treats staff, physicians, patients and families with consideration and respect. Knowledge of the principals of growth and development over the lifespan along with having the skills necessary to provide respiratory care appropriate to the age of the patients served is also necessary. The ability to interpret data about the patients' respiratory status in order to identify each patient's age specific needs and provide the care needed by the patient group is another necessity. Must work well under stress or tight deadlines. Must work well with supervisors, co-workers, patients/residents, family members and visitors.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program or Grand-fathered into the field in 1985
• Two years of full time experience, or its equivalent, of performing a broad range of licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner duties is preferred
• Must possess a valid Respiratory Care Practitioner license issued by the State of California Department of Health OR be currently certified through the NBRC while an application for licensure is being processed
• Must have a valid BLS, ACLS, PALS and NRP certification and keep them updated at all times
• Knowledge of Respiratory Care as it relates to patients of all ages, including principles, theories, practices/procedures and equipment
• Working knowledge of psychosocial needs as well as Patient Rights
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to organize work assignments and follow through with accuracy
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with staff, physicians, patients, and families
• Ability to work independently and as department needs require, including overtime, varying shifts, weekends and holidays

Responsibilities

• Support of the District Mission and Values
• Demonstrate Respect, Professionalism and Courtesy to all patients, visitors, other providers and coworkers
• Constantly use C-I-CARE principles when communicating with others
• Participate in Performance Improvement Activities
• Engage in Professional Development
• Perform position competencies and other duties assigned by supervisor
• Fulfill department responsibilities and staff responsibilities
• Maintain California RCP licensure
• Demonstrate clinical skills competencies
• Provide patient care responsibilities
• Work as a team and maintain positive personal interactions with staff, patients/residents and visitors

Benefits

• Salary Range: $34.85 - $48.05
• Pay rates are determined based on experience and internal equity

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Associate degree