Updated: May 22, 2024
Location: Placentia
Job Type:
Department: Resp Ther-PLA
Job Description:
UC Title: Pract, Respiratory Care PLA
Position Number: 41087518
Reports to: Mgr, Respiratory Therapy PLA
Working Title: Pract, Respiratory Care PLA
Cost Center: Resp Ther-PLA (421180)
Bargaining Unit: SEIU
FLSA: Nonexempt
Date Created: 5/03/2024
Job Code: 008702
Hours: 10
Shift: Day
FTE: 0.25
Position Summary:
Under the supervision of the Director of Respiratory Care and upon the request of the physician, assists in the diagnosis, treatment and management of patients with pulmonary disorders. Collects and analyzes sputum, blood and breath specimens to determine levels of oxygen, carbon dioxide, and other gases. Also measures the lung capacity of a patient to determine if there is impaired function. Familiar with standard concepts, practices and procedures within the scope of respiratory care. Performs a variety of tasks. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. Performs other duties as requested.
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:
Possesses the knowledge and skills necessary to provide respiratory care to the age of the patients served. Good clinical judgment and problem solving abilities. Possesses communication skills – both verbal and written in English.
Current California Respiratory Care Practitioner License, BLS, ACLS Provider and PALS Provider minimum requirement.
One year respiratory care practitioner experience preferred.
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of University and medical center organizations, policies, procedures and forms
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.
