Respiratory Therapist III (Department Promotional Only)

San Mateo Medical Center (SMMC) is a public hospital and clinic system fully accredited by The Joint Commission. The Medical Center operates outpatient clinics throughout San Mateo County and an acute-care hospital in San Mateo. The mission of San Mateo Medical Center is to "partner with patients to provide excellent care with compassion and respect." As part of an integrated health system, the Medical Center serves the healthcare needs of all residents of San Mateo County, with an emphasis on education and prevention.
 
SMMC is currently looking for an experienced Respiratory Therapist III.  Under general supervision, the incumbent will provide lead direction to professional staff providing respiratory care diagnostic and therapeutic procedures and clinical evaluations of care; establish therapeutic objectives and review care based on the age and needs of patients. Respiratory Therapist III's are expected to perform all standard and routine respiratory therapy; assess, plan and provide individual care for patients in compliance with physician's orders; perform Pulmonary Function testing (willingness to learn and become a Registered Pulmonary Function Technician will be considered); perform oxygen and equipment rounds; troubleshoot equipment problems; perform regular equipment maintenance where applicable and competent, such as cleaning and sterilization; collect, interpret and report arterial blood gases; provide patient and family education; and advise physicians and other clinical staff of clinical problems or patients requiring further evaluation.
 
The ideal candidate will have at least three years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist in a Critical Care capacity, and will be registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC), possess a current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) credential, Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification, and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Knowledge of hospital information systems (EPIC) and associated point-of-contact (POC) systems, as well as excellent critical thinking and interpersonal skills, are preferred. If you are an experienced Respiratory Therapist who values integrity, dignity, and service excellence in a team-oriented environment, then we want to talk to you!
 
The current vacancy is a Regular, Full-Time vacancy.