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$44/hr
Full-time
associate degree
Posted 26d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Respiratory Therapist evaluates and treats patients with cardiopulmonary disorders through therapeutic treatments and diagnostic procedures. They are responsible for maintaining respiratory equipment and responding to emergency 'code blue' calls.
Requirements
Candidates must have an associate degree from an accredited respiratory therapy program and a current California state license. One year of full-time experience and current CPR/BLS certification are required.
Full job description
Join our team as a Respiratory Therapist and help make a difference in the lives of our residents!
WHY CHOOSE JACOB HEALTHCARE CENTER?
Jacob Healthcare Center, located at 4075 54th Street, San Diego, CA, is a leading provider of patient-centered medical services with 156 beds. We focus on compassionate care, empowering patients to achieve their health goals in a supportive environment.
Our dedicated team offers a wide range of services, including primary care, specialty services, preventive care, and mental health support. We are proud to have a 5-star Customer Satisfaction Management (CSM) rating, reflecting our commitment to excellence.
At Jacob, we offer a supportive and rewarding work environment. Our five-star rating reflects our commitment to excellence, and we provide a dynamic setting where you can thrive. We prioritize training, especially for new graduates, with our hands-on staff personally guiding you. Here, you'll have the opportunity to care for high-acuity patients and receive regular updates and support from your supervisors.
Overview of the position:
The Respiratory Therapist role evaluates, treats, and cares for patients with breathing or other cardiopulmonary disorders. Practicing under the direction of the Respiratory Department Head. Respiratory therapists assume primary responsibility for all respiratory care therapeutic treatments and diagnostic procedures, including the supervision of respiratory therapy Technicians.
In this capacity, the Respiratory Therapist is expected to practice safe and ethical care within their designated scope of practice, as defined by the State Regulatory Agency, and under the direction of the Respiratory Department Head. It is essential for the Respiratory Therapist to be aware of their own limitations and to proactively seek advice and assistance when necessary.
Specific duties may include, but are not limited to the following:
Assesses patients and recommends respiratory therapy treatments.
The doctor recommends respiratory therapy treatments.
Plans, prepares and administers respiratory therapy treatments including IPPB, aerosol, chest physical therapy, incentive spirometry, and sputum inductions, in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Performs diagnostic pulmonary and cardiac tests.
Inspects, tests, maintains and operates respiratory therapy equipment.
Responds to “code blue” calls and assists by maintaining the patient’s airway and performs CPR.
Instructs respiratory technicians.
Patient care documentation is timely, legible, and efficient.
Notes are concise, pertinent and meet departmental documentation standards.
Oral reporting is clear, concise, relevant, and timely.
Utilize resources and materials in an efficient and safe manner.
Performs all duties promptly in a competent and caring manner.
Present a neat appearance and dress in compliance with the client facilities’ policies.
While on assignment, the Respiratory Therapist is responsible and accountable to their assigned patients and to the client institution. The Respiratory Therapist is under the direct supervision of the Department Head or other assigned personnel and must have the ability to follow directions/instruction from his/her supervisor.
Essential Functions:
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Participates in continuing education and learning experiences to enhance and maintain current knowledge and skills for continued competence.
Perform all duties using proper body mechanics.
Frequently move/lift between 50-100 pounds, depending on assignment requirements.
Stand for long periods with frequent squatting, twisting, bending, kneeling and reaching to prepare equipment, materials or objects in order to provide patient care or maintain the patient environment.
Sensory requirements include speech for communication and vision, smell, touch and hearing to assess patient status.
Problem solving skills.
Manual dexterity and fine motor coordination.
Ability to work in a stressful environment.
Consistent attendance is required to assure that the client facilities’ needs and patient needs are met.
To comply with all client facilities’ policies, procedures and practices.
To comply with all client policies and to uphold our standards of excellence while on assignment at our client facilities.
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Qualifications:
Associate degree from an accredited respiratory therapy program.
Current license as a Respiratory Therapist as required by the state of California.
One-year full time experience as a Respiratory Therapist.
Current CPR/BLS Certification.
We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.
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