Senior Respiratory Care Specialist

1 week ago


Los Gatos, California, United States El Camino Health Full time

Position Overview

The Senior Respiratory Care Specialist is responsible for demonstrating advanced competencies in respiratory therapy, exceeding the standards set for RT I and II. This role involves regular engagement in specialized areas such as the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) or Advanced Pulmonary Diagnostic Services, as well as contributions to Cardiopulmonary Wellness initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

The CPWC Respiratory Therapist plays a crucial role in the Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program, operating under the guidance of the Manager and Medical Director. Core responsibilities include:

  • Conducting patient intakes, ensuring compliance with diagnostic criteria and insurance coding.
  • Performing comprehensive patient assessments and orientations.
  • Developing tailored Individualized Treatment Plans (ITP) to meet patient needs.
  • Providing psychosocial support to patients and their families.
  • Collaborating effectively with healthcare team members to ensure optimal patient care.
  • Leading group exercise sessions and delivering educational presentations.
  • Executing non-invasive diagnostic tests, including 6-Minute Walk Tests (6MWT), spirometry, and physical performance evaluations.

Qualifications

Candidates must possess an Associate's degree in Respiratory Care from an accredited program recognized by the Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care. A Bachelor of Science degree is preferred.

The ideal candidate will hold a valid license from the State of California Respiratory Care Board as a Respiratory Care Practitioner and have a minimum of three years of experience in an acute care hospital setting, including at least one year in the Emergency Department (ED) or Intensive Care Unit (ICU).

Experience in Pulmonary Rehabilitation is preferred, particularly for the Cardiopulmonary Wellness Center (CPWC). Knowledge of chronic lung disease pathophysiology and treatment is essential, along with experience in exercise training and pulmonary function testing.

Certification Requirements

Candidates must be registered with the National Board for Respiratory Care (RRT) or hold registration as a Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist (RPFT). For roles within Cardiopulmonary Wellness, RRT certification is required, while RPFT certification is preferred.

Active membership with the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) is mandatory, along with certifications in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), both of which must be renewed bi-annually.

Salary Information:

The hourly wage for this position is $78.06 USD.



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