Respiratory Care Practitioner II

Quick Facts

• Role: Respiratory Care Practitioner II
• Schedule: Per Diem/Casual, Days (8 hours), variable days; every other weekend

Description

Performs therapeutic, diagnostic, and emergency respiratory care procedures and provides assessment, treatment, care, and evaluation for patients with respiratory insufficiencies or abnormalities. Uses clinical judgment and respiratory care skills to support the patient plan of care based on diagnosis and physician orders, and communicates effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams. Ensures privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care; may perform specific procedures and orient other staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care assessment, treatment, monitoring, and evaluation in timely alignment with physician orders
• Perform routine and emergency respiratory care procedures
• Respond to traumas and hospital emergencies as part of emergency readiness
• Interpret clinical data and instructions in multiple formats
• Maintain patient privacy and protected health information (PHI)
• Independently manage assignments and prioritize work within standardized procedures
• Collaborate with peers and other healthcare providers

Requirements

• Graduate of a two-year respiratory care program accredited by CoARC (or evidenced by RCP/RRT/CRT license)
• RCP (Respiratory Care Practitioner) and RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist)
• BLS (Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider)
• NRP, ACLS, and/or PALS may be required by the entity
• 2 years of recent relevant experience
• Preferred: experience in Pulmonary Rehab and/or Pulmonary function testing

Benefits

• Pay range: $61.73 to $86.42 per hour (varies by primary work location and experience)
• Additional total rewards may include eligible benefits package (not listed as “Benefits: No”)