Respiratory Therapist

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Organization:

SDMC-Sutter Delta Medical Center

Position Overview:

Performs therapeutic, diagnostic, and emergency respiratory care procedures and provides assessment, treatment, care and evaluation for patients with respiratory insufficiencies or abnormalities. Exercises sound judgment, and developed clinical skills to provide input to and implement the patient's plan of care based on the diagnosis and physician orders in a timely manner. Gains confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers through competent patient assessment, attentive monitoring and care, and effective communication. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care. May also be responsible for performing specific procedures and/or orient other staff to the department.

Job Description:

EDUCATION:

• Other: Graduate of a two-year respiratory care program accredited by the Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) (may be evidenced by RCP/RRT/CRT license)

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:

• RCP-Respiratory Care Practitioner

• RRT-Registered Respiratory Therapist (not required for SRMC SEIU) OR CRT-Certified Respiratory Therapist (not required for SRMC SEIU)

• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

DEPARTMENT REQUIRED CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:

• NRP-Neonatal Resuscitation Provider if required at the entity

• ACLS-Advanced Cardiac Life Support if required by entity

• PALS-Pediatric Advanced Life Support if required by entity

• Department, STCH: NRP-Neonatal Resuscitation Provider, ACLS-Advanced Cardiac Life Support, & PALS-Pediatric Advanced Life Support required

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TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:

• 2 years of recent relevant experience.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of respiratory therapy principles, procedures, views, and equipment, including some experience responding to traumas and various hospital emergencies.

• Ability to interpret a variety of data and instructions, furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

• Capable of performing routine or emergency respiratory care as well as a basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.

• Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.

• Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadline.

• General knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook), electronic health records (EHR), and EPIC.

• Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.

• Work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.

• Identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.

• Ensure the privacy of each patient’s protected health information (PHI).

• Build collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.

• Function effectively and perform this position in an emergency situation.

Job Shift:

Nights

Schedule:

Per Diem/Casual

Shift Hours:

12

Days of the Week:

Variable

Weekend Requirements:

Once a Month

Benefits:

No

Unions:

Yes

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

0

Employee Status:

Per Diem/Casual

Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines.

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $59.03 to $74.11 / hour

The posted pay range is based on the position's primary work location. Candidates who reside and work outside of that location may be subject to a different pay range based on their work location. Candidate starting salaries consider multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.