Respiratory Care Practitioner/Pulmonary Function Technologist - Overlake Pulmonary Clinic (per diem)

Overlake Hospital Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 56,000 - 85,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Low health insurance premiums

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement plan matching

Pre-tax and Roth 401K

Employee Assistance Program

Caregiver support

Free parking

Orca transit passes

Job summary

Overlake Medical Center is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to perform cardio-pulmonary diagnostic procedures and testing to support physicians in diagnosing and treating pulmonary disorders. The role requires an RRT, WA state licensure, and current CPR, with CPFT preferred.

Minimum two years of pulmonary function testing, CPET, ABG, and related lab operations are expected. Per diem clinic hours will vary as needed.

Qualifications

• Requires at least an Associate’s degree in respiratory care.
• Licensed by WA DOH as Respiratory Care Practitioner (LR).
• Registered RCP (RRT) with NBRC.
• CPFT preferred.
• CPR certification current (Health Care Provider).
• Minimum 2 years of pulmonary function testing, CPET, ABG, EKG and lab operation experience.
• Proficient with PFT instrumentation and related clinical equipment.
• Certified to draw ABGs (written/observed).

Responsibilities

• Perform cardio-pulmonary diagnostic procedures and testing to aid physicians in diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary disorders.
• Operate and maintain PFT/CPET equipment (e.g., nSpire, CareFusion/Viasys).
• Provide patient care and support in a clinical laboratory setting.
• Work within per diem clinic hours as assigned.

Skills

RRT (NBRC)

CPFT preferred

CPR certified

Pulmonary function testing

PFT/CPET instrumentation

ABG drawing

Education

Associate’s degree

Tools

nSpire

CareFusion/Viasys

Pulmonary lab equipment

Job description

Welcome to a medical center where you're the center of attention.

Pay range: - Hourly $41.11 - $61.67

Responsible for performing cardio-pulmonary diagnostic procedures and testing to aid physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary disorders. Variable Per diem Clinic Hours

Qualifications

• Minimum of Associate’s degree required.
• Must be Registered RCP (RRT) with the NBRC.
• Must be licensed by the State of Washington Department of Health as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (LR).
• CPFT preferred.
• Must be CPR certified (Health Care Provider Course only acceptable) must be current and maintained every 2 years.
• Minimum of two (2) years of pulmonary function testing, CPET, ABG, Electrocardiography and Laboratory operation required.
• Demonstrate an excellent working knowledge of PC, network, PFT and CPET instrumentation (e.g. nSpire, Carefusion/Viasys) and general pulmonary, exercise laboratory and patient care equipment.
• Certified to draw ABG’s (written and observation testing).

Why join Overlake?

We're proud to offer benefits that support you in every stage of your career and life. But it's our inspirational culture that has made us one of America's Top 150 places to work in healthcare for several years in a row. Local, visible leaders who care about you. A values-based work environment.

• Medical insurance premiums as low as $0 per month.
• Many Overlake services covered at 100%.
• Tuition reimbursement up to $10,000 per year.
• Generous retirement plan matching starting at 5% and increasing to 7% after five years with immediate vesting.
• Pre-tax and Roth after tax retirement savings plans.
• An expanded Employee Assistance Program.
• A caregiver support program to help with everything from childcare to eldercare.
• Free parking and Orca transit passes.

How much will this job pay? Posted pay ranges represent the entire pay scale, from minimum to maximum. For jobs with more than one level, the posted range reflects the minimum of the lowest level and the maximum of the highest level. Some positions also offer additional pay based on shift, certification or level of education. Job offers are determined based on a candidate's years of relevant experience and internal equity.

Overlake Medical Center is a 349-bed, nonprofit regional medical center offering a full range of advanced medical services to the Puget Sound region. Led by a volunteer board of trustees, we employ nearly 3,000 people and have some 1,000 active and courtesy providers on our medical staff, including more than 200 providers who are employed by the organization. We were the first Level III Trauma Center on the Eastside and we are known for providing award-winning, compassionate and patient-centered care. Our commitment to maintaining the highest standards in medical care is a major reason our patients and their families choose Overlake. It is also the reason why we've received many awards and recognitions both regionally and nationally. Overlake was started by community volunteers, and still depends upon volunteers to support the operations of the hospital. Find out more about volunteer opportunities. To find out how to get to Overlake, view our maps and directions. Overlake has a variety of publications that you can receive in your home for added health and wellness information in addition to our annual report. We also produce a community health needs assessment (CHNA) and Implementation Strategy to help us outline how the hospital will give back to the community in the form of health care and other community health services to address unmet community needs. For questions and comments related to CHNA, please email us.

COVID-19 vaccination requirement: After October 18, 2021 all Washington state healthcare employees, contractors and volunteers will be required to provide proof of full COVID-19 immunization as a condition of employment. You must provide this proof before your first day of employment with Overlake. Please remember to bring your COVID-19 immunization card to your pre-hire health screening with our Employee Health team.