Respiratory Care Practitioner

Overview
The Respiratory Care Practitioner plays a vital role in the healthcare team, providing specialized care to patients with respiratory issues. This position involves assessing, diagnosing, and treating patients with various respiratory conditions across different settings, including hospitals and intensive care units. The practitioner will work closely with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Compensation:
Base Salary - USD $94,640 to $126,172
Full-time
Benefits - Full
Relocation Assistance Available - Possible for the ideal candidate
Commission Compensation - No
Bonus Eligible - No
Overtime Eligible - No
Interview Travel Reimbursed - No

Candidate Details:
1 to 2 years experience
Seniority Level - Associate
Management Experience Required - No
Minimum Education - Other
Willingness to Travel - Never

Required Qualifications:
Graduate of an accredited College, in the field of Respiratory Therapy.
Training specific to the area of assignment.
California Respiratory Care Practitioner License upon hire
National Provider BLS - American Heart Association upon hire
National Provider ACLS - American Heart Association within 90 days of hire
National Provider PALS - American Heart Association within 90 days of hire
Experience in an acute (routine and critical) respiratory care setting.
Security Clearance Required: No
Visa Candidate Considered: No

Duties
- Conduct thorough patient assessments to evaluate respiratory function and identify potential issues.
- Perform airway management procedures, including intubation and extubation as necessary.
- Administer respiratory therapies and medications as prescribed by physicians.
- Monitor patients in critical care settings, ensuring their respiratory needs are met effectively.
- Collaborate with the healthcare team in the management of patients with acute and chronic respiratory conditions.
- Provide education to patients and families regarding respiratory health and treatment plans.
- Maintain accurate patient records and documentation of care provided.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care services.

Skills
To excel in this role, candidates should possess the following skills:
- Strong patient assessment capabilities to identify respiratory issues promptly.
- Proficient in airway management techniques and equipment usage.
- Knowledge of hospital medicine practices relevant to respiratory care.
- Experience working in ICU settings with critically ill patients.
- Familiarity with pediatric respiratory care practices when applicable.
- Understanding of acute care protocols for managing urgent respiratory conditions.
- Knowledgeable in pulmonology principles related to lung health and diseases.
- Solid understanding of physiology and anatomy as it pertains to respiratory function.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure in critical care environments.

This position requires a dedicated professional committed to improving patient outcomes through exceptional respiratory care practices.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $94,640.00 - $126,172.00 per hour

Expected hours: 36 – 40 per week

Shift:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift
• Rotating shift

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus opportunities
• Signing bonus

Experience:

• Respiratory therapy: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• RRT (Required)
• BLS Certification (Required)
• RCP License (Preferred)
• PALS Certification (Required)
• ACLS Certification (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Santa Rosa, CA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $94,640 - $126,172