Respiratory Care Practitioner II

Respiratory TherapistPerforms therapeutic, diagnostic, and emergency respiratory care procedures and provides assessment, treatment, care and evaluation for patients with respiratory insufficiencies.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: CA Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) required Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP)Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) Certification through National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) preferredBLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare ProviderTYPICAL 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: NightsSchedule: Part TimeShift Hours: 12Days of the Week: VariableWeekend Requirements: Every other WeekendBenefits: YesUnions: YesPosition Status: Non-ExemptWeekly Hours: 24Employee Status: RegularSutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.Pay Range is $58.62 to $71.48 / hour