Facility Kindred Hospital Ontario
Req ID 545176 Post Date 08/05/2025
Req ID 545176 Post Date 08/05/2025
Description
At ScionHealth, we empower our caregivers to do what they do best. We value every voice by caring deeply for every patient and each other. We show courage by running toward the challenge and we lean into new ideas by embracing curiosity and question asking. Together, we create our culture by living our values in our day-to-day interactions with our patients and teammates.
Job Summary
- Respiratory Care Professionals are viewed as integral members of the health care team
- You will set up and operate respiratory care equipment used in the diagnosis and treatment of respiratory disease and/or illness
- Possess knowledge of respiratory pharmacology to administer prescribed medications
- You must have knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of patients ranging from adolescents to geriatrics
- Provide instructions to patient when initiating new therapy/equipment and performing diagnostic procedures
Essential Functions
- Conduct physician-prescribed treatments such as oxygen therapy, bronchial hygiene therapy, medicinal nebulizer therapy, ventilator care, diagnostic testing and assessment/evaluation
- Perform arterial punctures, operate blood gas analyzers, measure/determine the acid base balance efficiency of ventilation and metabolism of the respiratory system; ensure adequate ventilation during cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Record treatment and patients’ responses in respiratory care records and patient charts
- Report necessary treatments and condition of patients to relief personnel
- Report adverse treatment/drug reactions to physician, nurse and/or pharmacy, documenting all information
- Perform diagnostic procedures: e.g. 12-lead ECGS, metabolics and pulmonary monitoring
- Process respiratory therapy equipment, cleaning, sterilizing and packing as needed
Salary Range: $28.41 - $46.65/Hour
ScionHealth has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit-eligible employees that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness.
Qualifications
License/Certification
- Current State Licensure as a Respiratory Therapist
- Current BCLS are required
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