Respiratory Care Practitioner - Modesto, United States - Central Valley Specialty Hospital

Central Valley Specialty Hospital

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Modesto, United States

3 weeks ago

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Central Valley Specialty Hospital

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Central Valley Specialty Hospital, a leading post-acute care facility and we are seeking compassionate and dedicated Respiratory Care Practitioner to join our dynamic healthcare team.

We are committed to fostering a supportive and family-oriented work environment.

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of patients, possess the necessary qualifications, and thrive in a collaborative setting, we invite you to join our team.

***Under general supervision performs skilled respiratory therapy work of average difficulty in delivering treatments to patients as ordered by a physician; may give instruction to others in the proper use and care of equipment; and does related work as required.

This is the journey level class in the Respiratory Care Practitioner series. An employee in this class is responsible for fully skilled administration of respiratory therapy and treatment to patients. Work may include training, serving as a lead worker or giving guidance to less experienced personnel.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

License/Certificate:

Possession of a valid Respiratory Care Practitioner license issued by State of California Respiratory Care Board.
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from an accredited provider.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Sets up and operates respiratory equipment and apparatus in the administration of respiratory therapy treatment as prescribed by a physician.
Operates blood gas analysis equipment and report results.
Makes rounds to check and make operating adjustments to respiratory therapy equipment in use or on standby in patient areas; cleans assembles, maintains, and repairs equipment as needed.
Sets up and maintains long term ventilators.
Performs screening pulmonary function tests.
Assists cardiac arrest team, when needed, by supplying oxygen, performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation or artificial respiration or securing and maintain respiration equipment.
Reads patients' charts and checks transcribed orders against those of the physician.
May act as lead worker; adjust assignments based on census and availability of staff, may check and review work of others and may train others as assigned.

Compensation and Benefits:

Central Valley Specialty Hospital offers competitive compensation, with individual wages determined based on a number of factors including, but not limited to, an individual's qualifications and experience.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package to support the well-being and professional growth of our nursing staff.

Our benefits include:

Flexible scheduling
Shift differentials for NOC shifts (overnight) and weekends
Sick time and Paid Time off (PTO) for worklife balance
Medical, dental, and vision insurance for comprehensive healthcare coverage
401(k) retirement plan
Tuition Reimbursement to support further education and career development
Life and Disability Insurance

About Us:

Central Valley Specialty Hospital is the only Long Term Acute Hospital within 90 minutes of Modesto. We are part of a healthcare system that provides care throughout
California. We are growing and continue to add more services to our system. Join our team today

Central Valley Specialty Hospital provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.