Respiratory Care Practitioner - Respiratory - Per Diem 12 Hours Nights (6:30pm To 7:00am) (union, Non-exempt) * One Full Weekend Shifts Per 4 Weeks Schedule Required*
University of Southern California Arcadia Hospital
Arcadia, CA, US
Hourly rate: $40.17 – $52.44; bonus/equity: not sp...
Per diem night shifts (6:30 pm to 7:00 am, with one full weekend shift every 4 weeks)
Perform bedside spirometry tests
Administer respiratory medications
Monitor continuous ventilation systems
The University of Southern California Arcadia Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner for per diem night shifts. The role involves providing respiratory therapy, conducting assessments, and ensuring equipment readiness, with a requirement for effective patient interaction and education
Job Summary
The position requires conducting bedside spirometry tests and maintaining all preventive maintenance records for respiratory equipment.
Candidates must be proficient in assessing patients, administering treatments, and performing weaning from continuous ventilation.
The role involves participating as an effective member of the resuscitation team including CPR and bagging patients.
Matching Summary
Match Score: 75
The University of Southern California Arcadia Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner for per diem night shifts. The role involves providing respiratory therapy, conducting assessments, and ensuring equipment readiness, with a requirement for effective patient interaction and education.
Salary
Hourly rate: $40.17 – $52.44; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Perform bedside spirometry tests
Administer respiratory medications
Monitor continuous ventilation systems
Execute CPR and cardiac compression
Maintain respiratory equipment records
Nice-to-have
One year critical care experience preferred
Attending outside educational meetings
Providing patient education on therapy
Key Requirements
Associate degree or equivalent required
Respiratory training certification required
BLS and PALS certifications required
RRT credential required if hired after 12/31/2010
New grad or one year critical care experience preferred