NICU Respiratory Therapist (Per Diem)

UCLA Health • Santa Monica, CA • 1h ago

Description

Perform routine and complex Respiratory Therapy for Pediatric and Neonatal patients. Assignments include all critical care areas, the Emergency Department, and intensive care units. May be required to work in any area in the Health System. For the NICU Department, 1) must have two years of NICU Experience, 2) must have experience with high-frequency ventilators, either the HFOV or HFJV. 3) May require rotating shifts, Day/Nights. May convert to a career.

Salary: $65.08 / hour. Position may convert to a career.

Qualifications

Required for the NICU Department

Must have two years of NICU Experience

Must have experience with high-frequency ventilators, either the HFOV or HFJV

Preferred for the NICU Department

Previous experience intubating neonates within the last year

Educational Requirements:

Graduate of Approved 2 Year Respiratory Therapy Program

AA/ AS degree in Respiratory Therapy or similar- Required

BS degree in Respiratory Therapy or similar - Preferred

Licenses/Certifications:

RCP State License-in the state of California - Required

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) - Required

CPR: American Heart Association Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) - Required

Pediatrics Advanced Life Support (PALS) - Required

NRP - Preferred/Required for NICU

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - Preferred

Skills:

Demonstrated knowledge and skill in all theories and practices of current Respiratory Therapy

Skill in organizing work efficiently.

Ability to determine appropriate modes of care when provided with a care plan by the physician.

Ability to communicate effectively with physicians, nurses, and co-workers. Listen perceptively to instructions or information.

Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in written form.

Skill in set-up, monitoring, and troubleshooting all Respiratory Equipment.

Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with personnel and ancillary medical personnel.

Ability to interact humanistically and professionally with a diverse group of patients, visitors, co-workers, and other medical center staff as part of a team.

Skill in setting priorities, which accurately reflect the relative importance of job responsibilities. Working independently with minimal direction to achieve optimal results.

Ability to perform more than one task simultaneously and respond positively to temporary changes in work schedule.

Ability to provide excellent service, promote customer satisfaction, provide quality care, and create a positive, progressive, and friendly environment throughout the entire UCLA Healthcare Community, while maintaining the confidentiality of patients, and their families at all times (i.e., during and after work).

Commitment to Teamwork and Quality to achieve common goals and reflect Enterprise and Department standards, which include accuracy, attention to detail, completeness, and timeliness.

Physical Demands:

Ability to perform the following activities using proper body mechanics:

Stand and or walk 75% of the 12-hour work day.

Sit, push, kneel, crouch, and reach for extended periods.

Transfer a patient weighing a minimum of 100 lbs. using equipment or with assistance.

Lift, push, pull, and carry a minimum of 35 lbs.

UCLA Health welcomes all individuals, without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin or disabilities, and we proudly look to each person's unique achievements and experiences to further set us apart.

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