Loma Linda
Location
Loma Linda, California
Salary
$39 - $52 / HOUR
The Clinical Resource Respiratory Care Practitioner coordinates respiratory care services during their shift and resolves technical issues. They also perform quality improvement studies and maintain clinical expertise to serve as a role model for staff.
Candidates must hold an Associate's Degree in respiratory therapy and have at least two years of clinical experience. Required certifications include a California Respiratory Care Practitioner license, RRT, BLS, ACLS, and PALS.
The Clinical Resource Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) possesses advanced skills in assessment and appropriate application of respiratory care services. Is responsible for the coordination of respiratory care services on their shift. Resolves technical problems and performs quality improvement studies. Records treatment and diagnostic information in the medical record. Demonstrates advanced clinical assessment, problem-solving, critical thinking, and communication skills; maintains a recognized area of clinical expertise and uses it in practice, teaching, and consultation; serves as a role model and provides positive influence to initiate and facilitate change. Performs other duties as needed.
An Associate's Degree from an accredited respiratory therapy program is required. Bachelor's Degree in respiratory therapy preferred. Two (2) years of clinical experience required.
Able to assemble and troubleshoot patient/machine equipment; draw blood; assess (patient or examination); perform preventative maintenance; calibrate equipment. Capable of comprehending microprocessor equipment, and departmental and hospital information system. 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 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 and smells as necessary for patient care; 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.
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) certification, and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) through an American Heart Association (AHA) provider are required. Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP) is preferred.
Our mission is to continue the teaching and healing ministry of Jesus Christ. Our core values are compassion, excellence, humility, integrity, justice, teamwork and wholeness.
Loma Linda University Health is a Seventh-day Adventist, faith and values based Christian institution. Candidates must understand and embrace the mission, purpose, and identity of Loma Linda and its affiliated entities.
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to the principles of diversity. We provide equal opportunities in all aspects of the employment process to every individual, regardless of gender, race, color, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. In addition, we will provide reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified individuals requesting an accommodation due to a disability. If you need accommodation assistance with accessing our job listings or completing an application, or during any other phase of employment with us, please contact Human Resources Management at (909) 651-4001.
Loma Linda University Medical Center is a religiously-qualified Equal Opportunity Employer under Title VII of Civil Rights Act of 1964. No question on this application is asked for the purpose of unlawfully limiting or excluding any applicant’s consideration for employment because of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law. If you need a reasonable accommodation in the hiring process, please notify Human Resource Management.
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