Registered Respiratory Care Practitioner (Per Diem)

Montage Health; Monterey (CA); On-site; USD 86,000 - 115,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Evening shift differential

Night shift differential

Job summary

Montage Health in Monterey, CA seeks a Respiratory Care Practitioner for a per diem position. Responsibilities include assessing and treating patients of all ages, documenting therapies, and educating families and staff according to department standards.

Ideal candidates have an RRT credential, CA license, BLS, and 2+ years of acute or critical care experience; ACLS/PALS/NRP should be obtained before independent duties. Shift differentials apply for evenings and nights.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a respiratory therapy program.
• RRT credential required.
• Valid CA license for respiratory care.
• BLS required; ACLS, PALS, NRP must be obtained before independent assignment.
• 2+ years acute/critical care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care services to patients of all ages.
• Assess and reassess clinical conditions and implement therapies.
• Document therapies and outcomes.
• Educate patients, families, and staff per standards.

Education

RRT credential

CA license for respiratory care

BLS certification

Tools

ACLS

PALS

NRP

Job description

Welcome to Montage Health’s application process!Job Description:Position SummaryUnder the leadership of the department director and/or supervisor, the RCP provides respiratory care services to patients of all ages. These services include assessment and reassessment of clinical conditions where indicated, and determination, implementation, and documentation of appropriate therapies. The RCP provides education according to current department standards for patients, families, community members, students and other staff.ExperiencePreferences:Acute care to include critical care experience (ICU, NICU)Two (2) years or more experience in field of Respiratory Care preferredEducationGraduate of a school for Respiratory Therapy.Must pass orientation and initial competency assessment prior to independent assignment of patients requiring the applicable skill, and must complete and pass all annual competencies.Licensure/CertificationsNewly hired employees must have Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential.Valid California license for respiratory care. American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS certification is required. ACLS, PALS, and NRP certifications must be obtained prior to completion of orientation and independent assignment.Equal Opportunity Employer#LI-AC1Assigned Work Hours:Per Diem; 12 hour shifts. Minimum 4 shifts per working schedule.Position Type:Per DiemPay Range (based on years of applicable experience):$62.67to$83.84The hours employees work determine when a shift differential is paid.Hourly Evening Shift Differential: $3.56Hourly Night Shift Differential: $5.34