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RESPIRATORY THERAPIST I

French Hospital Medical Center San Luis Obispo, California
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The posted compensation range of $45.03 - $55.45 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.

Requisition ID 2024-382159 Employment Type PRN Department Respiratory Therapy Hours/Pay Period 0 Shift Day Weekly Schedule 0600-1830 Remote No Category Therapy
Overview
French Hospital Medical Center located in San Luis Obispo California has been named one of the Nation’s 100 Top Hospitals by Truven Health Analytics and is rated among the top hospitals in the nation for cardiac orthopedic and GI services. French Hospital has achieved the prestigious designation as a Primary Stroke Center by the Joint Commission. The Copeland Forbes and Rossi Cardiac Care Center provides the latest innovative cardiac and imaging technology. The hospital is also home to the unique Hearst Cancer Resource Center offering free education resources and support to cancer patients and their families. French Hospital Medical Center is a part of Dignity Health’s Southern California Division and is a member of CommonSpirit Health the largest not-for-profit health care system in the nation boasting an integrated network of top quality hospitals with physicians from the most prestigious medical schools and comprehensive outpatient services - all recognized for quality safety and service. Each hospital is supported by an active philanthropic Foundation to help meet the growing health care needs of our communities. To learn more go towww.dignityhealth.org/FrenchHospital.
Responsibilities
In keeping with French Hospital Medical Center’s health care philosophy the Respiratory Care Practitioner provides care treatment and rehabilitation to patients with pulmonary disorders by means of respiratory therapy.  Respiratory Care Practitioners have knowledge of pharmacy anatomy and physiology and make judgments in consultation with a physician and other members of the health care team with regard to the respiratory care that patients receive.  Provides respiratory care to patients of all ages.  Demonstrates proficient technical skills in the performance of respiratory therapies.  Demonstrates a working knowledge of current trends in respiratory therapies; specialty technical standards equipment supplies; safety principles and practices.  Demonstrates ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally.  Establishes effective working relationships with other departments medical staff and co-workers. 

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

  • One year experience in an acute care hospital.
  • Experience managing trauma and emergency situations.
  • Individuals with less than one year experience will be considered on an individual basis
  • Current ACLS-AHA certification
  • Current BLS-AHA certification
  • Current NRP-AHA certification
  • Ccurrent California Respiratory Care Practitioner- RRT

Preferred Requirements:

  • Associates Degree

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