Respiratory Therapist IV

OverviewSt. John’s Regional Medical Center located in Oxnard California is a recognized as a Top 250 Hospital in the Nation and as one of America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Care by Healthgrades. St. John’s Regional is a part of Dignity Health’s Southern California Division and is a member of CommonSpirit Health the largest not-for-profit health care system in the nation boasting an integrated network of top quality hospitals with physicians from the most prestigious medical schools and comprehensive outpatient services - all recognized for quality safety and service. Each hospital is supported by an active philanthropic Foundation to help meet the growing health care needs of our communities. Learn more at www.dignityhealth.org/StJohnsRegional.

ResponsibilitiesIn keeping with the Dignity Health core values the Respiratory Therapist IV actively participates in the delivery of Pulmonary Medicine and Neonatal Intensive Care Services.

Qualifications

Current California licensed RRT

Minimum of five (5) years Critical care experience in respiratory therapy or three (3) years experience in a level 2 or greater NICU competency in Neonatal and Newborn delivery Intubation and three (3) years experience in critical care and ventilator management

Current California RCP licensure

CPR certification

Neonatal Resuscitation Certification

ACLS required; PALS certification required within three (3) months of employment

PALS certification within 3 months of employment.

Preferred/Desired

CPR Instructor or Neonatal Resuscitation instructor

CPFT RPFT or NBRC perinatal/pediatric certification

This position is represented by SEIU LocalUHW and is covered by the terms and conditions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement.