Respiratory Care Practitioner, Sleep Lead

Work Location

Mission Viejo, California

Work Shift

Night – 10hrs (United States of America)

Why CHOC?

At CHOC, we strive to be the leading destination of children's health by providing exceptional and innovative care. We are responsible for the overall health of our community's pediatric population in our hospitals, clinics, and practices. And because of our breadth of care, your career at CHOC can be as diverse and fulfilling as you determine. CHOC's compensation structure, benefits offerings, and career development programs are geared to helping you achieve your professional and personal goals. Apply now to see where your career at CHOC can take you.

Job Summary

The Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) Sleep Lead has accountability and responsibility for staffing department and managing all patient care areas on a shift-to-shift basis. The RCP Sleep Lead is recognized as a resource expert in the Respiratory Care profession and acts as a resource and develops the clinical practice and assessment skills of their peers. The RCP Sleep Lead collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to maximize patient care and achieve the most effective outcomes. Serves as a role-model and readily shares knowledge. The Respiratory Care Practitioners Leadership skills are developing at various levels in preparation for departmental leadership roles.

Pay Range

Minimum $43.54 Midpoint $57.70 Maximum $71.84

Rate of pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to knowledge, skills, competencies, experience, education, as well as position requirements.

Experience

• Required: Minimum of five (5) years of experience. Two (2) years of respiratory acute care experience or equivalent experience and three (3) years of Pediatric Polysomnography/Sleep Medicine experience.

• Preferred: Pediatric acute care experience. Supervisory experience.

Education

• Required: Graduate of a two (2) year accredited Respiratory Therapy Program. National Board of Respiratory Care Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT). Board of Polysomnographic Technologists Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) or National Board of Respiratory Care Sleep Disorder Specialist (SDS) credential. Training
• Required: Successful completion of validated competencies for Respiratory Care Practitioner-Sleep.

• Preferred: Lead and/or Supervisory experience in Sleep Medicine.

Specialized Skills

• Required: Ability to work effectively under pressure due to changing priorities, interruptions, and patient care and/or care coordination needs. Excellent interpersonal communication, including conflict resolution, and problem solving skills. Clinical knowledge of multiple pediatric age groups and treatment plans according to sleep disorder disease process. Strong organizational and time management skills, as evidenced by capacity to multi-task and prioritize. Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment in interactions with physicians, payers, patients, and their families. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to communicate with third party payers to obtain authorization for the appropriate treatment setting for patients requiring medical treatment. Proficient ability to work collaboratively with other disciplines. Proficient skills in Polysmith, Excel, Word, and Power Point.

• Preferred: N/A

Licensure

• Required: California Respiratory Care Board-Respiratory Care Practitioner license. National Board of Respiratory Care Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT). Board of Polysomnographic Technologists Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) or National Board of Respiratory Care Sleep Disorder Specialist (SDS) credential. within one year of hire date. American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

• Preferred: Preferred: Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists Certificate in Clinical Sleep Health (CCSH). Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologist Pediatric Sleep Certification.

Work Environments - Functional Demand:

Medium - High energy level Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Push/pull +/ lbs. (Patients on bed, stretcher) Lateral transfer lbs. (ie. Patient) .Physical Activity Requirements:Bending, Carry Objects, Climbing, Keyboard use/repetitive motion, Pinching/fine motor activities, Push/Pull, Reaching forward, Reaching overhead, Sitting, Squat/kneel/crawl (Squad & Knee), Standing, Talk or hear, Taste or smell, Twisting, Walking, Wrist position deviation

Physical Activity Lifting

Lifting (Floor to waist level) - Occasional 0-35%, Lifting (Waist level and above) - Occasional 0-35%

Sensory Requirements:

Color Discrimination, Depth Perception, Far Vision, Hearing, Near Vision

Environment Requirements:

Airborn Communicable Disease, Bloodborne Pathogens, Chemical, Dust Particular Matter, Extreme Noise Levels, Extreme Temperatures, Radiation, Uneven Surfaces or Elevations

Non-Discrimination Statement:

CHOC does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, genetic information, disability, sex, gender (including pregnancy, breastfeeding, childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, medical condition, sexual orientation, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or other protected characteristics in accordance with state and federal laws. CHOC will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, in accordance with the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply for positions at CHOC, even if your experience doesn't align perfectly with the listed qualifications for a particular role, as your unique experience may be a great addition to our culture for another one of our opportunities.

If you desire support or accommodations throughout the Talent Acquisition process, please inform your Talent Acquisition Partner.

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