Respiratory Therapist Per Diem Varied

JOB SUMMARY

CHA Hollywood Presbyterian Medical Center (HPMC) is an acute care facility that has been caring for the Hollywood community and surrounding areas since 1924. The hospital is committed to serving local multicultural communities with quality medical and nursing care. With more than 500 physicians representing virtually every specialty, HPMC strives to distinguish itself as a leading healthcare provider, recognized for providing quality, innovative care in a compassionate manner.

HPMC is part of a global healthcare enterprise which owns and operates general hospitals throughout Korea, numerous research centers in the U.S. and Korea including a medical university, and CHAUM (a premier anti-aging life center).

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Position Summary:

Demonstrates proficiency in the use/operation of respiratory equipment and provision of respiratory treatment to assigned age specific patient population (e.g. infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults and geriatrics) and participates in related continuing education. Provides care to assigned patients according to professional standards and established procedures, using good judgement and personal initiative.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Education

• Graduate from an AMA, CoARC or JRCRTE approved Respiratory Therapy program

Preferred Education 

• Associate Degree in Respiratory Care

Minimum Work Experience and Qualifications

• Must possess excellent assessment skills to floor therapy and patients on mechanical ventilators.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

Preferred Work Experience and Qualifications

• Two (2) years experience in an acute care facility

Required Licensure, Certification, Registration or Designation

• Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) License from the Respiratory Care Board of California (RCB)
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA)
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA)
• Los Angeles County Fire & Safety Card (required within 30 days of hire)
• Assault Response Competency (ARC) (required within 30 days of hire)