Pulmonary Technologist Per Diem - Military Veterans
at HERC- Upper MidWest
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Pulmonary Technologist Per Diem
Job Summary
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Requires Respiratory Care Practitioner license and demonstrated ability and skills to perform blood gas laboratory duties. Responsibilities include blood gas. whole blood electrolyte, serum ionized calcium and co-oximetry analysis. documentation and result communication and laboratory equipment maintenance including troubleshooting quality control and calibration. This job generally entails transporting specimens within the hospital.
Apply By Date February 6,2025 at 11:59PM
Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position
- California Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP)
- Registered with the National Board of Respiratory Care and maintains RRT registration.
- Graduate of a COARC accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
- Experience working or volunteering in Blood Gas Lab.
- Qualified to perform blood gas, whole blood and electrolyte analysis
- Mechanical ability to diagnose and repair simple problems with whole blood analyzers.
- Ability to complete tasks efficiently and with accuracy while working under tight deadlines.
- General knowledge of computer systems, calculating devices and Nomogram applications.
- Demonstrates good verbal and written communication skills; documents and reports clearly and concisely; conveys instructions, directions, and information appropriately.
- Works at establishing a good rapport and professional working relationship with all departmental personnel. Readily assists coworker. Maintains appropriate interdepartmental communications.
- Demonstrates an ability to express self in all areas of communication (verbal, written, non-verbal); utilizes effective listening and questioning techniques.
- Aids and provides direction to visitors, patients, physicians, and families in a concise, sensitive and informative and professional manner, keeping a positive and courteous tone.
- Identifies self and unit when answering/using the phone; delivers messages, and/or refers phone calls to the appropriate person; forwards all information, as required. Handles telephone information requests with courtesy, accuracy, and respect for patient confidentiality
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in a Pulmonary Services Lab.
- 1 year experience in an Acute Care hospital.
- Experience working or volunteering in UC Davis Blood Gas Lab.
- College level mathematics, human physiology and chemistry preferred.
Key Responsibilities
- 100% - Analysis of Blood Samples
Department Overview
The Blood Gas Las is part of Pulmonary Services Lab. This position would be analyzing blood samples and sending results to the bedside providers through EPIC.
POSITION INFORMATION
- Salary or Pay Range: $ 59.43
- Salary Frequency: Hourly
- Salary Grade: 252
- UC Job Title: PULMONARY TCHN PD
- UC Job Code: 009176
- Number of Positions: 1
- Appointment Type: Staff: Per Diem
- Percentage of Time: 20 %
- Shift Hours: 12 hours; Days and Nights
- Location: Main Hospital (HSP001)
- Union Representation: EX-Patient Care Technical
- Benefits Eligible: No
- This position is 100% on-site
Benefits
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Physical Demands
- Standing - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Walking - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Sitting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Lifting/Carrying 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Lifting/Carrying over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Bending/Stooping - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Twisting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
Environmental Demands
- Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Loud noise levels - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Marked changes in humidity or temperature - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Microwave/Radiation - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Extreme Temperatures - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Uneven Surfaces or Elevations - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
Mental Demands
- Sustained attention and concentration - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Complex problem solving/reasoning - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Ability to organize & prioritize - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Communication skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Numerical skills - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Constant Interaction - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Customer/Patient Contact - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
Work Environment
- UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.
- Works weekends, holidays and variable work hours according to departmental need.
- Ability to move compressed gas cylinders and equipment.
- Able to operate a computer/monitor for extended periods of time.
- This job generally entails transporting specimens within the hospital.
- Must have current telephone or message telephone available to supervisor.
Special Requirements - Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position
- This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment
- This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements
Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
At UC Davis, we're solving life's most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don't just maintain - we improve. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds and you belong here. As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community , our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected . The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.
For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20
For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination
Because we want you to be seen, our recruiting process at UC Davis fosters authenticity, diversity, and inclusion. Studies have shown that some people may not apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. Each unique role at UC Davis has a set of requirements and you could be perfect for this role, or you could be perfect for the next role! Don't meet all the requirements? We still encourage you to apply! #YouBelongHere
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