Responsible and accountable for the respiratory management, treatment, control, and care of patients with respiratory deficiencies. Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients. The individual must exhibit knowledge of the principles of growth and development from newborn to geriatric patient population. RCP must possess the ability to assess data reflective of patient status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify patient's requirements relative to their age-specific needs. RCP must be able to provide the care indicated with respect to department policy and procedures. With consideration to age, employee utilizes the approved process to resolve biophysical, psychological educational, and environmental needs of the patient/significant other when administering care. This position is the first step in our clinical career ladder.
PIH Health is a nonprofit, regional healthcare network that serves approximately 3 million residents in the Los Angeles County, Orange County and San Gabriel Valley region. The organization is nationally recognized for excellence in patient care and patient experience. For more information, visit PIHHealth.org or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram.
Responsibilities:
- Possess a knowledge of all modes of therapy being performed within this institution.
- Exhibit skills to accomplish computer operation including mouse and windows applications.
- Adept at auscultation of the chest and physical assessment of the patient and monitoring of vital signs.
- Understand and operate electronic monitoring devices.
- Demonstrate good communication skills, verbal and written.
- Accept the responsibility of the position.
Minimum Requirements:
- Licensed RCP by State of California.
- Must possess and maintain a current Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Credential.
- New Grad, 6 months experience preferred.
- Competent to assess appropriate care for pediatric, adolescent, or geriatric patients.
- Maintain Adult ACLS, BCLS, Pediatric (PALS) certification required.
- (If ACLS and PALS card are not present at hire, the employee will obtain within six months of hire.)
- Must possess and maintain a valid Los Angeles County Fire Card. If not present at hire, the employee will have 6 months to obtain.
- Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP) may be required at certain locations.
Beyond the benefits that come with working for the area's leading community healthcare provider, you'll enjoy an extremely competitive compensation and benefits package. We are an equal opportunity employer and seek diversity in our workforce. EOE M/F/D/V
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