Respiratory Therapist

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications is qualifying.
• Education: Completion of a 2 year or 4 year AMA approved respiratory care program (Associates Degree or the equivalent), or satisfies experience requirements below.
• Experience: A minimum of 2 years progressively responsible and directly related work experience.
• License/Certification: RCP, BLS, NRP, PALS
• KNOWLEDGE
• These are the observable and measurable attributes and skills required to perform successfully the essential functions of the job and are generally demonstrated through qualifying experience, education or licensure/certification.
• Proficient in delivery of Nitrogen, Heliox other specialty gases.
• Proficient in the application mechanical ventilator modalities, including high frequency.
• Proficient in assisting physicians with bronchoscopes or perform sleep studies or perform pulmonary function testing.
• Competent in the application of Non-Invasive ventilation, Continuous Positive Airway.
• Up-to-date immunizations preferred.
• Ability to adjust communications to fit the needs and level of understanding of the receiver.
• Knowledge of computer systems and software used in functional area
• Knowledge of Medical Terminology
• Knowledge of new technologies (in specific field) and maintain and stay abreast of updates and changes
• Knowledge of the indications, contraindications, and hazards of continuous long-term or short term mechanical ventilation, various respiratory therapy techniques, and anatomy, physiology and pathology related to the respiratory system required
• PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
• The Physical Requirements and Working Conditions in which the job is typically performed are available from the Occupational Health Department. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Pay Range Compensation is based on the level and requirements of the role. Salary within our ranges may also be determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, location, and abilities, as required by the role, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. Typically, new team members join at the minimum to mid salary range. Minimum to Midpoint Range (Hourly): $42.76 to $51.31
• Stanford Medicine Children's Health (SMCH) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SMCH does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements, and where applicable, in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
• Packard Children’s Health Alliance is a network associated with Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital and the Stanford School of Medicine. We bring the best community physicians together in a network that provides healthcare for children and expectant mothers from the Bay Area. In fact, we’re proud to be the only Bay Area medical network with an exclusive focus on women and children, and we understand the unique value provided by our more than 650 leading pediatricians and obstetrician/gynecologists. What’s more, we’re growing fast. Job ID: PC_00017380-10212026
• MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS