Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem

Respiratory Care PractitionerThe Respiratory Care Practitioner is responsible for coordination and administration of all modes of respiratory therapy, cardiac testing, pulmonary function testing and arterial blood gas monitoring. Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and competence of all techniques and values in the treatment of neonates, infants, and pediatric, adult and geriatric patients within the scope of the Cardiopulmonary Department.We are located at 1065 Bucks Lake Road, Quincy, CA 95971.Compensation for Non-Benefited, Per Diem Pay ScaleBase Rate: $50.80–$72.43 per hourStarting pay is determined using our clinical pay scales, which feature 13 steps recognizing up to 30 years of relevant experience.Eligible employees may also receive shift differential and holiday payPer Diem, non-benefitedFlexible for all shiftsEducation:Current California licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner.Current CPR, ACLS, PALS, and NRP.Knowledge/Skills/AbilitiesExperience with cardiac testing such as ECGs, stress testing and holter monitors.Neonatal ICUArterial blood gas puncture and analysisDemonstrates knowledge and competence of all techniques and values in the treatment of neonates, infants, pediatrics, adult and geriatric patients within the scope of the cardio-pulmonary department.Ability to evaluate lab data and diagnostic changes in patient condition and develop care plan with other team members to make and support needed critical intervention.Is a resourceful and effective team member dealing with atypical situations, emergencies, CPR, trauma cases and equipment failures.Must practice safe and effective skills in pharmacology with the knowledge of therapeutic/dosage.Participates in multi-disciplinary patient care plan/conferences and consults with physician on patient care expectation/outcome.Benefits for Eligible EmployeesThe following benefits are available to eligible full-time and part-time employees following applicable waiting periods:Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision plansPDH Employee Discount Program, which waives applicable deductibles and coinsurance for eligible services received at Plumas District HospitalGenerous paid time off (PTO) accrualPaid leave for continuing education, bereavement, and jury dutyEmployer-sponsored retirement plans featuring:A 3% employer contributionAn employer match of 50% of employee contributions, up to the plan maximum$20,000 in employer-paid life insuranceVoluntary benefit options, including additional life insurance, long-term disability insurance for full-time employees, and identity theft protectionPotential loan-forgiveness opportunities for eligible healthcare professionalsEducational and career-development support, including Certified Medical Assistant training, an LVN-to-RN step-up program, and tuition reimbursementOn average, employer-provided benefits add approximately 40% to the value of an employee's total compensation package.Perks Available to EmployeesPaid sick leave, with five days awarded annually based on the employee's anticipated work scheduleAvailable to benefit-eligible employees and non-benefited employees scheduled to work at least 30 shifts during the calendar yearAn inclusive, supportive, and connected work environmentDiscounted rates at the PDH Child Care CenterCompetitive compensationThe opportunity for all employees to contribute to an employer-sponsored retirement planDiscounted CareFlight/AirMedCare Network membershipsShift differentials for eligible shifts and PDH-observed holidaysWork in a setting with rugged canyons, crystal clear lakes, grassy meadows, trout-filled streams, fresh pine forests, and brilliant star-filled skies. This is your chance to provide compassionate care with exceptional customer service at Plumas District Hospital. With a diverse population with people from all walks of life, PDH team members provide the residents of Quincy and the surrounding area with essential health care services that are vital to this small mountain community. PDH is located in Quincy, California which is the largest community in Plumas County and has a population of 5,000 residents. Quincy is nestled against the Western slope of the Sierra Nevada mountain range and tucked in at the edge of the lush American Valley. Chico, California is 80 miles west and Reno, Nevada is 80 miles east of Quincy. Join a medical team that puts community first.Recruiter Name/Email: Nicholas ClawsonDepartment Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io