Respiratory Therapist (RCP) - Nights - Encinitas
About The Position
Join our team as a Respiratory Therapist within our Respiratory Therapy department at Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas. Use your technical skills and experience to help our team in this exciting and fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate has a thirst for knowledge and is eager to grow within the Scripps Health family. The Respiratory Therapist, in collaboration with other caregivers: Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates actions for respiratory care. Performs all technical diagnostic and therapeutic procedures related to respiratory care and other core responsibilities necessary to maintain the flow of patient care and comfort in the unit. Responds to critical situations within their scope of practice as permitted by licensure, certificate or training. Utilizes computer systems in performing position duties. Adheres to Hospital and departmental policies and procedures. Participates in Quality Control, preventative maintenance, and performance improvement activities.
Requirements
- Current California RCP license
- Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS certification
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Enjoys working with the public
- Must be able to speak, read, and follow instructions in English
- Technically competent in the department skills inventory
- Computer literate
Nice To Haves
- One or more years acute care experience
- Graduate of one or two year AMA School of Respiratory Care
- Critical and NICU experience
Responsibilities
- Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates actions for respiratory care
- Performs all technical diagnostic and therapeutic procedures related to respiratory care and other core responsibilities necessary to maintain the flow of patient care and comfort in the unit
- Responds to critical situations within their scope of practice as permitted by licensure, certificate or training
- Utilizes computer systems in performing position duties
- Adheres to Hospital and departmental policies and procedures
- Participates in Quality Control, preventative maintenance, and performance improvement activities
Benefits
- Transitional and professional development programs
- Nationally recognized specialties in cardiovascular care, oncology, orthopedics, geriatrics, obstetrics and gynecology, and gastroenterology
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
