Job Details

This position is accountable for independently managing the respiratory needs and care of complex medical patients in their home setting. These patients include home ventilator, trached, oxygen dependent, apnea monitored and suction dependent patients being discharged from hospital based NICU, PICU, Rehabilitation, General Medicine floors as well as Hospital based Clinics i.e. Pulmonology and Charlie Mitchell. The incumbent is expected to teach and deliver patient care at a proficient level in an efficient manner. The position also serves as a resource to others within the scope of the Respiratory Care Practice Act and CHCC’s Home Care policies and procedures. This involves transferring the skills needed to a parent or guardian that will enable that person to be the caregiver for a very complex medical child in an independent setting. The incumbent should be able to schedule their day, work independently, coordinate schedule within an organized interdisciplinary team, as well as perform independent equipment management and selection. The Home Care Respiratory Care Practitioner position requires coordination of services and equipment authorization with physicians, insurance carriers, case management, distribution and CHC Billing team. The position requires extensive travel to meet client needs.

With more than 670 physicians and 3,500 staff, Valley Children’s Healthcare delivers high-quality, comprehensive care to more than 1.3 million children across Central California. Our 358-bed stand-alone children’s hospital and network of specialty care centers and primary care practices offer advanced pediatric services - from cancer and blood disorders to heart care and neonatal intensive care, serving children with conditions ranging from routine to rare and complex. Beyond clinical care, Valley Children’s is also a catalyst for community health - partnering with schools, nonprofits and public agencies to expand access, promote wellness and support the long-term success of children and families throughout the region.

EXPERIENCE:

• Demonstrates basic mathematical calculation skills and understanding of age/cultural principles.
• Bilingual skills preferred. 

EDUCATION/LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

• 2- year college degree OR High School diploma as accredited by the US Department of Education or GED and AMA approved respiratory care program required. 

• HeartCode Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire or transfer into position required.
• RCP - Respiratory Care Practitioner required.
• RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist License required.
• California Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record required.
• Car insurance coverage with minimum limits as required by state law required.

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Disclaimer:  Final compensation will be dependent upon skills and experience.