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Job Summary

This paragraph summarizes the general nature, level and purpose of the job.

Perform diagnostic and therapeutic clinical procedures as defined in the Respiratory Care Services scope of clinical practice. Work performed in accordance with physician orders. Defined duties are performed in neonatal, pediatric and adult patient populations. Perform all essential functions required of a Respiratory Care Practitioner level I.

Essential Functions

The essential functions listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Employees must abide by all Joint Commission Requirements including but not limited to sensitivity to cultural diversity, patient care, patient rights and ethical treatment, safety and security of physical environments, emergency management, teamwork, respect for others, participation in ongoing education and training, communication and adherence to safety and quality programs, sustaining compliance with National Patient Safety Goals, and licensure and health screenings.

Must perform all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the hospital's policies and procedures, including its Service Standards and its Code of Conduct.

* Assist with orientation and training of Level I and Level II therapists and students

* Performs intra-hospital transports with mechanical ventilators and/or airway protection and assure safe operation of devices in the MRI scanner

* Competent in delivery of Nitric Oxide, Nitrogen, Heliox, and other specialty gases

* Competent in the initiation and maintenance of pulmonary vasodilators

* Complete orientations in all intensive care units and acute care areas

* Evaluate appropriateness of medical orders.

* Participate in clinical rounds with physicians, nurses and other health care providers

* Respond to consults in the emergency department

* Provides education for patients/families and other members of the health care team

* Interprets data and responds to optimize clinical objectives for patients

* Responds to emergencies in all services areas and serves as a member of the code/rapid response team

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications is qualifying.

Education: Completion of a CoARC approved respiratory care program

Experience: Two (2) years of experience as an RCP in an acute care facility.

License/Certification: BLS - Certified in Basic Life Support from the American Heart Association

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NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation Program

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PALS - Pediatric Advanced Live Support

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RCP - Respiratory Therapy License from the State of California

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RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

These are the observable and measurable attributes and skills required to perform successfully the essential functions of the job and are generally demonstrated through qualifying experience, education, or licensure/certification.

* Ability to adjust communications to fit the needs and level of understanding of the receiver.

* Knowledge of Medical Terminology.

* Knowledge of new technologies (in specific field) and maintain and stay abreast of updates and changes.

* Knowledge of the indications, contraindications, and hazards of continuous long-term or short term mechanical ventilation, various respiratory therapy techniques, and anatomy, physiology and pathology related to the respiratory system required.

Physical Requirements

The Physical Requirements and Working Conditions in which the job is typically performed are available from the Occupational Health Department. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Stanford strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, LPCH does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements, and where applicable, in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.