Respiratory Care Practitioner II, Sleep Center, Limited Term

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Organization:

SEBMF-East Bay Medical Foundation

Position Overview:

Performs therapeutic, diagnostic, and emergency respiratory care procedures, providing assessment, treatment, and evaluation for patients with respiratory insufficiencies or abnormalities. Exercises sound judgment and utilizes developed clinical skills to contribute to and implement patient care plans based on diagnoses and physician orders in a timely manner. Builds trust and collaboration with patients, their families/support systems, and healthcare providers through thorough assessment, attentive monitoring, high-quality care, and effective communication. Adheres to all local, state, and federal regulations, as well as organizational policies, to ensure patient privacy and safety while delivering optimal care. May also perform specialized procedures and assist with orienting staff to departmental workflows.

This role includes direct support of the Sleep department, including PAP education, mask fittings, and close collaboration with sleep clinicians during in-office patient visits. Additionally, the position supports the Pulmonary department through similar patient interactions focused on PAP therapy and other respiratory-related concerns.

While currently structured as a limited-term opportunity, this role offers strong potential for long-term or permanent placement for the right candidate, as the department is highly focused on continued growth and expansion.

Job Description :

These Principal Accountabilities, Requirements and Qualifications are not exhaustive, but are merely the most descriptive of the current job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, staff changes, workload, or technical development). Job Description modifications for union represented position are subject to CBA guidelines.

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

OR CRT-Certified Respiratory Therapist

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

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 collaborates 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:

Days

Schedule:

Full Time

Shift Hours:

8

Days of the Week:

Monday - Friday

Weekend Requirements:

None

Benefits:

Yes

Unions:

No

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

40

Employee Status:

Limited Term (Fixed Term)

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

Pay Range is $59.93 to $74.91 / hour

The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers 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.