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Respiratory Care Practitioner - Respiratory Therapy - Per Diem 12 Hour Night Shift (Union)

University of Southern California

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Quick overview

Provide high-quality patient care by assessing cardio-pulmonary status and operating respiratory care equipment for diagnosis and treatment. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team under the supervision of the Clinical Manager and physicians.

Requirements summary

Requires an Associate Degree in Respiratory Therapy and a valid California Respiratory Care Practitioner License. Mandatory certifications include RRT/CRT, NRP, BLS, ACLS, PALS, and annual AB 508 certification.

associate degreebachelor degreePatient AssessmentInterdisciplinary CollaborationAcute CareRespiratory Care Equipment OperationDiagnosis and Treatment of Respiratory DiseaseCardio-pulmonary Status Assessment

Job description

Under direct supervision of the Clinical Manager, and as directed by physician, provide for excellent patient care through the assessment of patients’ cardio-pulmonary status, by set up and operation of various types of respiratory care equipment to be utilized in the diagnosis and treatment of respiratory disease and/or illness and by interdisciplinary team member collaboration.
Minimum Education: Associate Degree in Respiratory Therapy, bachelor’s degree in respiratory therapy preferred.
Minimum Experience/Knowledge: 1-2 years of experience working as a Respiratory Therapist in an Acute Care Hospital setting preferred.
Required License/Certification: Valid California Respiratory Care Practitioner License.
RRT and CRT Licensure required for employees hired 11/01/19 or later.
NRP, BLS, ACLS, PALS certifications required from the American Heart Association.
Annual AB 508 Certification.
If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire or transfer into the department and maintained by renewal before expiration date As part of Keck Medicine of USC, USC Verdugo Hills Hospital is the only community hospital in the Foothills area of Los Angeles backed by an academic medical center.
With its 40-year legacy of personalized care from expert physicians, experienced nurses and a dedicated staff the community has come to know and trust, USC–VHH brings patients the latest medical advancements and 24/7 emergency services.
Join this world-class team providing highly-specialized care, up-to-the-minute research and innovative clinical trials.
The hourly rate for this position is $46.97.
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USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety.
Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.
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