Pract, Respiratory Care - Resp Ther - PT-Days - 69766-1A

Updated: Jun 6, 2024
Location: Lakewood
Job Type:
Department: Resp Ther-LAK

Job Description: 

UC Title: Pract, Respiratory Care LAK-0

Position Number: 41079475

Reports to: Dir, Respiratory Therapy LAK

Working Title: Pract, Respiratory Care LAK-0

Cost Center: Resp Ther-LAK (424180) 

Bargaining Unit: SEIU

FLSA: Nonexempt

Date Created: 5/24/2024

Job Code: 008584

Hours: 24

Shift: Day

FTE: 0.6

Position Summary: 

A licensed California Respiratory Care Practitioner with additional certification from the American Association of Respiratory Care as a Registered Respiratory Therapist, who will provide respiratory care in accordance to the Respiratory Care Practice Act, hospital policy and procedure manuals. The RCP 2 will provide respiratory care to inpatients and outpatients as ordered by the physician. Under the supervision of the Director, Clinical Manager or Technical Coordinator provides but not limited to basic respiratory care, emergency respiratory care, ventilator management and some cardiology procedures. 

Total Compensation

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our: 

Compensation practices (https://www.hr.uci.edu/partnership/totalrewards/compensation.php) and 

Benefits (https://careersucirvine.ttcportals.com/pages/benefits). 

Required Qualifications:

 Mandatory: Current license with the state of California as a Respiratory Care Practitioner. Current BLS, ACLS and PALS certificate. Registered as an RRT by the National Board for Respiratory Care. Minimum of High School diploma or equivalent, or above. Preferred: Basic computer knowledge and skills. 2 years experience in acute care. Physical Requirements: The ability to stand and walk for long periods of time. Must have dexterity, coordination and visual / auditory acuity to perform job duties. Must be able to turn, lift and position patients up to 300 pounds with help. Must be able to reach, stretch and assist patients routinely. Must be able to lift and carry boxes up to 30 pounds. May be necessary to push up to 400 pounds

Conditions of Employment:

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

• Background Check and Live Scan
• Legal Right to Work in the United States
• Vaccination Policies
• Smoking and Tobacco Policy
• Drug Free Environment

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
• E-Verify
• Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page: https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php 

Closing Statement:

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.

We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming. 

UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact UCI’s Employee Experience Center (EEC) at [email protected] or at (949) 824-0500, Monday – Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.