Respiratory Care Practitioner*

Loma Linda University Health; Murrieta (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Loma Linda University Health in Murrieta, CA seeks a Respiratory Care Practitioner to administer diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory services for diverse patient populations. The role requires careful assessment, documentation, and collaboration with other care teams in general and critical care settings.

The ideal candidate has an Associate’s degree in Respiratory Therapy and at least one year of clinical experience, with strong equipment handling and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in respiratory therapy required.
• Minimum one year of clinical experience preferred.
• Strong ability to assemble and troubleshoot patient and machine equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families and staff.

Responsibilities

• Administer diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory care for adults, pediatrics, and neonates.
• Record treatments and diagnostic information in medical records.
• Provide care in general and critical care and specialty areas; supervise and collaborate with team as needed.

Skills

Respiratory care

Communication

Team collaboration

Clinical assessment

Medical equipment handling

Critical thinking

Documentation

Education

Associate’s degree in Respiratory Therapy

Job description

Job Description

MH: Respiratory Therapy- ( Unscheduled, Nights) -

Job Summary

The Respiratory Care Practitioner 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 and 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 enforcing policies; work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure; lead, supervise, teach, and collaborate; accept direction. Able to perform basic math functions and 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; manage multiple assignments effectively; 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 and 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 required. Sugar, Temperature, Airway, Blood Pressure, Lab Work, Emotional Support (STABLE) Program certification required, or must be obtained by the sixth month of hire.

About Us

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.

About The Team

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 [phone].

Loma Linda University Medical Center Murrieta 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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