Therapist - Respiratory NICU FT Day
About The Position
JOB SUMMARY: To provide respiratory therapy for neonates who are in need of such in order that their breathing may be brought to a level which may provide sufficient oxygenation and enable the neonate to breathe without the aid of therapy or ventilator support. The neonatal respiratory therapist is expected to be able to use sound professional judgment in relaying patient status and needs to the medical staff and the ability to follow through with physician's orders. In addition, the NICU respiratory therapist is expected to be able to intubate when the necessity arises.
Requirements
- High school graduate.
- Has a current state license with the Respiratory Care Board of California for Respiratory Care Practitioners.
- Graduate of a 2 year AMA approved Respiratory Care Program with 6 months of critical care experience.
- BCLS, ACLS, PALS (AHA)
- NRP is required in NICU
Nice To Haves
- Registered respiratory care practitioner with the National Board of Respiratory Therapy.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
