Respiratory Care Practitioner
UW CODE AND REPRESENTATIVE GROUP
| Representative group | Job codes |
|---|---|
| SEIU LOCAL 925 HEALTHCARE PROF/LAB TECH | 18155 (NE S SEIU 925 HCP/LT) 22528 (NE H NI SEIU 925 HCP/LT) |
| SEIU 1199NW HMC RESP/ANESTH/END | 18957 (NE S SEIU 1199NW HMC Resp/Anesth/END) 23207 (NE H NI SEIU 1199NW HMC Resp/Anesth/END) |
BASIC FUNCTION
Provide advanced respiratory therapy to patients.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Under general supervision, perform advanced respiratory care procedures in intensive care units, general care areas, clinics and emergency services.
TYPICAL WORK
Provide advanced respiratory care as delineated in the department procedure manuals and as ordered by the physician;
Consult with physicians and nurses regarding the effectiveness of the respiratory care provided to the patients;
Provide instruction in respiratory care procedures and equipment to patients, families and staff;
Document clinical activities in patient charts;
May be responsible for instruction of respiratory care students; assist with the orientation of new staff and the continuing education of current staff;
May perform the work of a Respiratory Care Associate;
Perform related duties as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Completion of a respiratory care program approved by the State of Washington Department of Health
OR
equivalent education/experience.
LEGAL REQUIREMENT
Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (Registered Respiratory Therapist) by the State of Washington.
CLASS SPECIFICATION HISTORY
01/03/1973: New Class
12/14/1973: Revise Title & Class
10/15/1976: Revise Class
12/04/1992: Revise Class/Title
07/09/1999: Revise MQ
06/01/2005: CSR Class Conversion
02/12/2024: Add SEIU 1199NW UWMC-NW job code