Respiratory Care Practitioner
Sutter Health
Roseville, CA

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EDUCATION
Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma.

Other: Graduate of Respiratory Care Program accredited by the Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC)


CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE
CA Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP)
NRP-Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP) within 180 days of hire
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) preferred


PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AS TYPICALLY ACQUIRED IN:

Acute care clinical experience in Respiratory Care, training in arterial puncture and blood gas analysis.

Previous experience in performing EKG is desired.


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Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology, chemistry, and physics.

Knowledge of bedside pulmonary function testing; mechanics and equipment.

Knowledge of arterial puncture and blood gas analysis, equipment and quality control.

Demonstrated familiarity with the Joint Commision on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO) standards and College of American Pathologists (CAP) accreditation standards.

Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

Must be able to work in a fast-paced and challenging environment and take appropriate actions in volatile situations.

Must be able to understand, read and write the English language.

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Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package. ​