Job Description

This position is contingent upon award.

This position will support the US Department of Veterans Affairs Critical Staffing Program. The person in this position will represent International SOS Government Medical Services, Inc. and provide services outlined below:

International SOS Government Medical Services, Inc. is looking for an individual who is an experienced Respiratory Therapist to treat, evaluate, and care for patients with breathing and cardiopulmonary disorders, implementing therapeutic techniques and manage respiratory equipment. They play critical role in improving patients' respiratory health and quality of life through both acute and chronic care interventions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with specialists in Pulmonary, Emergency Room (ER), and Intensive Care Units (ICU) in various aspects of clinical care of patients.
• Specialize in airway management and mechanical ventilation.
• Initiate and manage life support for people in ICUs and emergency departments.
• Stabilize and monitor high risk patients being moved from hospital to hospital by ambulance.
• Administer inhaled drugs and medical gases such as mucolytics, bronchodilators, oxygen, and nitric oxide.

Shall be competent in the following tasks:

• Therapeutic and diagnostic procedures with the use of medical gases and administration devices including oxygen and nitric oxide.
• All forms of humidification use with the appropriate devices, including aerosols and high flow systems.
• Administration of inhaled medications, with use of appropriate devices, to the cardiopulmonary system.
• Assist with intubation.
• Use of all ventilators in VAGLAHS and all modes of mechanical ventilation.
• Chest Physiotherapy (CPT), both manual and with the Vest System, and postural drainage.
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR); the Respiratory Therapist must also have a current CPR card.
• Respond to Rapid Response Calls.
• Set up Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP), Automatic Positive Airway Pressure (APAP), and Bilevel Positive Airway Pressure (BIPAP) systems.
• Provide Patient/family education.
• Arterial puncture.
• Recognize the need for medical intervention if patient safety is at risk.

Completes required organizational compliance education, including assigned requirements that are client-specified, for Joint Commission Healthcare Staffing Services certification or other regulatory bodies.

This list is non-exhaustive, and the role holder may be required to undertake additional duties that are not specifically listed above.

Qualifications

Basic Requirements/Certifications:

• Must possess a certification as a Registered Respiratory Therapist from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC).
• Must be licensed by the Respiratory Board of California.
• Must have 1 year of Respiratory Therapist experience, including service in critical care.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.

Education Required:

• Must have completed an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program.

Physical Requirements:

• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
• Work involves sitting and standing for prolonged periods of time.
• May require bending, stooping and lifting up to 15 lbs.

Other Special Qualifications:

• Must be able to read, write, and speak English to effectively communicate.
• US Citizen or Permanent Resident Card is required.
• Pass/possess VA Public Trust Clearance.

Additional Information

Pay range is based on several factors and may vary in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Final salary and offer will be determined by the applicant’s background, experience, skills, internal equity, and alignment with geographical market data.

Benefits – Full-time positions are eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Additional benefits include a 401k plan paid time off and an annual bonus. International SOS Government Medical Services, Inc. complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws.

International SOS Government Medical Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with the applicable federal, state and local laws.