UCLA Health

Description

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Performs routine and complex Respiratory Therapy for Adult,

Pediatric, and Neonatal patients. Work in all adult and pediatric/NICU critical

care areas (provided an opportunity for training occurs). Performs duties or

projects assigned by the Director, Assistant Director, Clinical Specialist,

and/or Shift Supervisor. Under the supervision of the RT IV Neo/PEDS Transport

Clinical Specialist, The RT III Clinical Supervisors, and RT IV Assistant

Director. The RT will assume responsibility and accountability in the provision

of advanced and complex respiratory care for Adult, neonatal, and pediatric

patients during the inpatient care and transport process. After completing

supervised clinical training, care for these patients will include the

application and utilization of advanced practice skills. Educational

opportunities will include the training of new employees; and in-servicing

staff on new equipment and techniques, Customer service, communication, and

public relations are key aspects of this position. May be required to work in

any area of the Health System. May require rotating shifts Day/Night.

Salary $46.22 - $60.98 /hour

Qualifications

Job Qualifications

Preferred:

• Previous

experience intubating neonates within the last year

• Competent

in using the oscillator and nitric oxide on neonates

• 3

years NICU/L&D experience and can function independently in the NICU

• Willing

to work in Adults and PEDs

Educational Requirements:

• Associate

degree in Respiratory Therapy or similar

• Bachelor's

Degree in Respiratory Therapy or similar - Preferred

Licenses/Certifications:

• RCP

State License-in the state of California - Required

• Registered

Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) -

Required

• CPR:

American Heart Association Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) - Required

• Pediatrics

Advanced Life Support (PALS) - Required

• NRP -

Preferred/Required for NICU

• Advanced

Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - Preferred

Physical Demands:

• Demonstrated

knowledge and skill in all theories and practices of current Respiratory

Therapy

• Skill

in organizing work efficiently.

• Ability

to determine appropriate modes of care when provided with a care plan by

physician.

• Ability

to communicate effectively with physicians, nurses, and

co-workers. Listen perceptively to instructions or information.

• Ability

to communicate clearly and effectively in written form.

• Skill

in set-up, monitoring and troubleshooting all Respiratory Equipment.

• Ability

to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with personnel and

ancillary medical personnel.

• Ability

to interact humanistically and professionally with a diverse group of patients,

visitors, and co-workers and other medical center staff as part of a team.

• Skill

in setting priorities, which accurately reflect relative importance of job

responsibilities. Working independently with minimal direction to

achieve optimal results.

• Ability

to perform more than one task simultaneously and respond positively to

temporary changes in work schedule.

• Ability

to provide excellent service, promote customer satisfaction, provide quality

care and create a positive, progressive and friendly environment throughout the

entire UCLA Healthcare Community, while maintaining the confidentiality of

patients, their families at all times (i.e., during and after work).

• Ability

to perform the following activities using proper body mechanics.

• Stand

and or walk 75% of the 12-hour work day.

• Sit,

push, kneel, crouch and reach for extended periods of time.

• Transfer

a patient weighing a minimum of 100 lbs. using equipment or with assistance.

• Lift,

push, pull, and carry a minimum of 35 lbs.

• Commitment

to Teamwork and Quality to achieve commons goals and reflecting Enterprise and

Department standards, which include accuracy, attention to detail, completeness

and timeliness.

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