Respiratory Care Practitioner II

Stockton, California – San Joaquin General Hospital, Respiratory Care Department – position to fill 1 vacancy. Responsibilities Set up and operate respiratory equipment and apparatus in the administration of respiratory therapy treatment as prescribed by a physician. Operate blood gas analysis equipment and report results. Make rounds to check and make operating adjustments to respiratory therapy equipment in use or on standby in patient areas; clean, assemble, maintain, and repair equipment as needed. Set up and maintain long‑term ventilators. Perform screening pulmonary function tests. Assist cardiac arrest team, when needed, by supplying oxygen, performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation or artificial respiration, or securing and maintaining respiration equipment. Read patients’ charts and check transcribed orders against those of the physician. May act as lead worker; may assist in scheduling staff, adjusting assignments based on census and availability of staff, may check and review work of others, and may train others as assigned. Minimum Qualifications One year of experience as a respiratory care practitioner. Possession of a valid Respiratory Care Practitioner license issued by the State of California Respiratory Care Board. Knowledge and Ability Knowledge of current principles, methods, and techniques of respiratory therapy; chemistry of gases used in respiratory therapy and their effect on the human body; care and operation of equipment used in respiratory therapy. Ability to administer a variety of skilled respiratory therapy treatments; maintain and perform minor repairs to respiratory therapy equipment and adjust it to individual patient needs; keep records and prepare reports; follow oral and written instructions; establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, physicians, co‑workers and others; train and lead others. Physical and Mental Requirements Mobility: frequent operation of a keyboard, standing for long periods, walking, pushing/pulling, bending/squatting; occasional sitting for long periods, operating heavy equipment, running, stair climbing. Frequency of lifting: frequent lifting of 5–30 lbs., occasional lifting of 30–70 lbs., and restraining, lifting/turning heavy objects or people. Visual requirements: constant use of overall vision, color perception, eye/hand coordination, depth perception; frequent reading/close‑up work and field of vision; peripheral. Dexterity: frequent holding, reaching, grasping, repetitive motion, writing. Hearing/Talking: frequent hearing of normal speech, hearing on the telephone/radio, talking in person and by phone. Emotional/Psychological Factors: constant public contact and concentration; frequent exposure to emergency situations, trauma, grief or death; decision making; working weekends/nights; occasional exposure to hazardous materials, working alone and overtime. Environmental Conditions: frequent exposure to noise; occasional exposure to dirt, dust, smoke, fumes, poor ventilation, indoor cold/heat and hazardous materials. Benefits Health insurance – choice of Kaiser Plan, Select Plan, Premier Plan. Dental insurance – Delta Dental or United Health Care – Select Managed Care Direct Compensation Plan. Vision insurance – Vision Service Plan (VSP). Life insurance – varying amounts based on years of continuous service. Flexible benefits plan – voluntary program allowing pre‑tax dollar use for health, dental, vision costs. Retirement plan – County Retirement Law of 1937. Deferred compensation – up to $30,000 if 50 or older; Roth IRA available. Vacation – graduated days by years of service. Paid holidays – 14 per year. Sick leave – 12 days with unlimited accumulation. Bereavement leave – 3 days paid, +2 days for spouse/partner. Equal Opportunity Employer San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. Selection Procedures Written exam – multiple‑choice; minimum rating 70%. Oral exam – structured interview; minimum rating 70%. Written & oral combined – weighted 60%/40% (or as indicated); each requires minimum 70%. Rate‑out – paper rating; may be scheduled. Applicant Information Apply online: Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr