Respiratory Therapist II, Respiratory Therapy - Per Diem/Nights (12hr)

At MemorialCare Health System, we believe in providing extraordinary healthcare to our communities and an exceptional working environment for our employees. Memorial Care stands for excellence in Healthcare. Across our family of medical centers, we support each one of our bright, talented employees in reaching the highest levels of professional development, contribution, collaboration and accountability. Whatever your role and whatever expertise you bring, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your full potential in an environment of respect, innovation and teamwork. Position Summary The Respiratory Care Practitioner is an allied health professional with demonstrated skills and competency in all required therapeutic and diagnostic cardiopulmonary modalities provided in all areas of the hospital on geriatric, adult, adolescent and pediatric patient populations where Respiratory Care services are provided. Essential Job Outcomes & Functions Ability to work as a dependable, informed and engaged member of the department team Ability to consistently provide world-class customer service to patients, families, visitors and fellow healthcare providers Ability to demonstrate the skill set necessary to accurately assess pulmonary status of patients served Ability to collaborate with the patient care team to appropriately establish, evaluate and adjust the plan of care according to patient needs within the scope of practice of the RCP license and policies and procedures of the hospital Ability to safely and effectively perform all therapeutic respiratory care modalities in the Respiratory Care scope of service Ability to meaningfully participate and contribute to the success of QA and PI projects Ability to precept and mentor students, new hires, new grads and other employees

Qualifications:

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications/Work Experience:

One (1) year experience in all areas where Respiratory Care is provided to include pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients, required

Minimum One (1) year recent NICU experience

Education/Licensure/Certification:

Licensed by the Respiratory Care Board of California as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP), required

American Heart Association BLS (CPR) Card, required

PALS Card, required

ACLS Card, required

NRP Card, required

Minimum AS Degree in Respiratory Care or equivalent, preferred

Credentialed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist by the National Board for Respiratory Care, preferred