Respiratory Specialist II

Overview



Desert Regional Medical Center Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

At Desert Regional Medical Center, We Understand That Our Greatest Asset Is Our Dedicated Team Of Professionals. That’s Why We Offer More Than a Job – We Provide a Comprehensive Benefit Package That Prioritizes Your Health, Professional Development, And Work-life Balance. The Available Plans And Programs Include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance
  
  

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

Shift: Days

Job Type: Full Time

Hours: 7:00am - 5:30pm

Schedule: 4 (10) hour shifts per two week pay period. Some weekends required.

The pulmonary function respiratory therapist will provide pulmonary diagnostic testing for inpatient and outpatient services under the supervision of the department director and medical director. He/she will assist with the duties necessary to support a functional and productive department. The pulmonary function respiratory therapist shall complete established competencies within designated periods, and maintain all applicable licensures and certifications necessary to provide services in the pulmonary function laboratory.

Responsibilities

• Performs pulmonary function diagnostic services; including but not limited to: the administration
  
  

Of pharmacological agents, pulmonary diagnostics (e.g. point of care testing), clinical documentation and reporting, and obtaining patient samples for laboratory analysis.

• Practices in accordance with regulatory standards and maintains compliance with facility policies and procedures.
• Establishes and maintains professional relationships with colleagues, physicians, and other care providers.
• Acts as a resource/consultant for other respiratory care practitioners and affiliated health care providers on aspects of patient care interventions.
• Maintain and calibrate various PFT equipment according to department policy and manufacture recommendation.
• Reports unusual patient conditions/reactions when identified to an immediate supervisor, including completion of a facility electronic occurrence report as appropriate.
• Prepares and maintains electronic documentation and billing of all work/services rendered.
• Responsible for outpatient scheduling, including physician orders and authorization verification, and patient appointment reminder calls.
• Helps maintain a safe and organized environment.
• Follows cleaning, disinfection and infection control policies.
• Accurately identifies and addresses patient population specific needs and safety considerations.
• Participates in performance improvement activities, including department and facility-based quality measures.
• Assists with orientation, education, and training of department staff and students as appropriate.
• Assists with bronchoscopy procedures.
• May be required to assist with inpatient care under the direction of the department leadership.
  
  

Qualifications

Required:

• Current Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner in State of California
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
• Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT).
• Or must be obtained within one year of employment for this position.
• Experience in pulmonary function testing.
• Current American Heart Association BLS, ACLS, and PALS Certification
• All licensure and certifications must be maintained and current at all times.
  
  

Preferred:

• Graduate of a 2-4 year AMA therapist program, or equivalent.
• Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist (RPFT).
• Experience with bronchoscopy assistance and pulmonary rehabilitation.
• Fluent in Spanish.
  
  

Organization Description

Desert Care Network serves the healthcare needs of the Coachella Valley and Morongo Basin regions in Southern California with three hospitals Desert Regional Medical Center in Palm Springs, JFK Memorial Hospital in Indio and Hi-Desert Medical Center in Joshua Tree. The hospital network provides advanced care with services such as comprehensive stroke care, a cancer center, a Level 1 Trauma Center and the only Level 3 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) in the Coachella Valley. Desert Care Network is committed to healthcare equality. Join our team!

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, $31.70 - $42.60 hourly **Individual wages are determined based upon a number of factors including, but not limited to, an individual’s qualifications and experience,

Preferred:

• Graduate of a 2-4 year AMA therapist program, or equivalent.
• Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist (RPFT).
• Experience with bronchoscopy assistance and pulmonary rehabilitation.
• Fluent in Spanish.
  
  

,

• Performs pulmonary function diagnostic services; including but not limited to: the administration
  
  

Of pharmacological agents, pulmonary diagnostics (e.g. point of care testing), clinical documentation and reporting, and obtaining patient samples for laboratory analysis.

• Practices in accordance with regulatory standards and maintains compliance with facility policies and procedures.
• Establishes and maintains professional relationships with colleagues, physicians, and other care providers.
• Acts as a resource/consultant for other respiratory care practitioners and affiliated health care providers on aspects of patient care interventions.
• Maintain and calibrate various PFT equipment according to department policy and manufacture recommendation.
• Reports unusual patient conditions/reactions when identified to an immediate supervisor, including completion of a facility electronic occurrence report as appropriate.
• Prepares and maintains electronic documentation and billing of all work/services rendered.
• Responsible for outpatient scheduling, including physician orders and authorization verification, and patient appointment reminder calls.
• Helps maintain a safe and organized environment.
• Follows cleaning, disinfection and infection control policies.
• Accurately identifies and addresses patient population specific needs and safety considerations.
• Participates in performance improvement activities, including department and facility-based quality measures.
• Assists with orientation, education, and training of department staff and students as appropriate.
• Assists with bronchoscopy procedures.
• May be required to assist with inpatient care under the direction of the department leadership.