What are the responsibilities and job description for the Respiratory Care Practitioner position at Loma Linda Medical Center System?
Job Description
Job Summary: 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. Education and Experience: An Associate's Degree from an accredited respiratory therapy program required. Minimum one (1) year of clinical experience preferred. Knowledge and Skills: Able to assemble and troubleshoot patient/machine equipment; draw blood; assess (patient or examination); perform preventative maintenance; calibrate equipment. Able to relate and communicate positively, effectively, and professionally with others; be assertive and consistent in following and/or enforcing policies; work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure; lead, supervise, teach, and collaborate; accept direction. Able to perform algebraic calculations; interpret data; understand microprocessor equipment; understand departmental and hospital information system; Able to communicate effectively in English in person, in writing, and on the telephone; think critically; work independently with minimal supervision; perform basic math functions; manage multiple assignments effectively; work well under pressure; problem solve; organize and prioritize workload; recall information with accuracy; pay close attention to detail. Able to distinguish colors; hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone; identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the work place/patient care; see adequately to read computer screens, medical records, and written documents necessary to position; discern temperature variances through touch. Licensures and Certifications: 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 and maintaining a current age-specific Advanced Life Support Provider certification, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) through an American Heart Association (AHA) provider training program are required. Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP) is preferred.
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,Job Info
Job Identification: 5712
Job Category: F13_Healthcare Practitioners/Clini
Posting Date: 2024-09-25T21:01:27 00:00
Organization: LLU Medical Center
Schedule Type: Full-Time
Shift: Nights
Hours Per Pay Period: 72
Workday Start Time: 8-1300
Alternative Work Schedule (AWS): T - 12/40 Clock Schedule
Benefits Eligible: Yes
LLUH Posting Location: LLU Medical Center
Travel Required: No
Bonus: $9000
Pay Range: $31.79 - $44.93 / hourly
Locations: 25333 Barton Rd Loma Linda CA 92354
Salary : $32 - $45
