This job description and criteria based job performance evaluation emphasizes the criteria expected in the performance of the Respiratory Care Practitioner

Minimum Education:•Associate of Science Degree in Respiratory Care preferredMinimum Experience/Knowledge:•Preferably 1 to 2 years work experience providing all aspects of respiratory care in an acute care hospital: arterial blood gas analysis, therapeutic modalities for oxygen and medication delivery, chest physiotherapy, patient assessment and related respiratory care techniques and procedures. Required License/Certification:•Licensed by the state of California as a Respiratory Care Practitioner.•Credentials by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) as Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).•BLS for Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association•ACLS from American Heart Association strongly preferred•Fire and Safety Certification. If employee does not have upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days. The hourly rate range for this position is $39.00 - $66.45 . When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

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