What are the responsibilities and job description for the Respiratory Care Practitioner II - Per Diem (Variable Shifts) position at Washington Hospital?
Salary Range: $56.52 - $72.13 plus applicable per diem differential
Job Summary
Administers routine and advanced respiratory therapy procedures to patients of all ages in all areas of the hospital, as prescribed by a physician, and under the direction of the Director. Performs other related duties as assigned, including EKG. In addition to performing the essential functions, may also be assigned other duties as required.
Job Summary
Administers routine and advanced respiratory therapy procedures to patients of all ages in all areas of the hospital, as prescribed by a physician, and under the direction of the Director. Performs other related duties as assigned, including EKG. In addition to performing the essential functions, may also be assigned other duties as required.
Qualifications
Education:
- High School graduate or equivalent required.
- Associate Degree from a recognized JRCRTE/AMA approved two (2) year Respiratory Therapy program.
- Bachelor Degree in Respiratory or related health sciences/healthcare preferred.
Licensure:
- Valid CA Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) License by the Respiratory Care Board of the State of CA.
Certification:
- Valid Basic Life Support (BLS) from American Heart Association (AHA)
- Valid Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) from American Heart Association (AHA) within 12 months of implementation of Respiratory Care Professional Development Career Ladder.
- Valid Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) from American Heart Association (AHA) within 12 months of implementation of Respiratory Care Professional Development Career Ladder (not required for those who work exclusively in Pulmonary Rehab or PFT’s)
- Valid Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) from AHA/AAP within 60 days of hire or 12 months of implementation of Respiratory Care Professional Development Career Ladder (not required for those who work exclusively in Pulmonary Rehab or PFT’s)
- Actively credentialed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist for the National Board of Respiratory Care or 5 years recent experience as a Respiratory Care practitioner at Washington Hospital.
Work Experience for Respiratory Care Dept:
- Meets all RCP I requirements
- Completed 1000 hours of acute care experience
- NICU II or assists with Therapeutic Bronchoscopy
- ICU/IMC
- ED/Trauma
- Med/Surg Units
- Onc/Tele/Neuro/Ortho units
- Pediatrics
- Advanced Care, including but not limited to: intubation assist, artificial airway management, ventilator management, critical care transports
- Proficient in Respiratory Therapy driven protocols and strategies, including but not limited to: Flolan therapy, ICU Ventilator management and Weaning protocols, Bronchodilator protocol, Pediatric Asthma protocol, Lung Protection Strategies (ARDSnet)
- Mentor and orientate new Respiratory Care Practitioners
- Performs other related duties as assigned, including EKG
Work Experience for Pulmonary Rehab/PFT Dept:
- Meets all RCP I requirements
- Completed 1000 hours in either Pulmonary Rehab program or Pulmonary Function Testing at Washington Hospital
Technical Knowledge:
- Understands patient’s condition and changes in condition, by classifying the patient according to stability levels.
- Knowledge of normal and abnormal physiology related to the respiratory system.
- Understanding of the indications, appropriateness, contraindications, and side effects of various medications and treatment techniques.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Ability to organize work, set priorities and perform detailed work.
Salary : $57 - $72
Respiratory Care Practitioner II Registered
Kaiser Permanente -
Redwood, CA
