Pulmonary Technician 1

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82198

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Sacramento

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Job Summary

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.

Apply By 11 / 14 / 2025 at 11 : 59PM.

Qualifications

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 Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (COARC) accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
• Qualified to perform blood gas, whole blood and electrolyte analysis.
• Ability to work quickly and accurately under pressure.
• Ability to operate computers, calculators and utilize nomograms.
• Mechanical ability to diagnose and repair simple problems with whole blood analyzers.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• 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.
• Ability to move compressed gas cylinders and equipment.
• Able to operate a computer / monitor for extended periods of time.

Preferred Qualifications

Key Responsibilities

Department Overview

The Blood Gas Laboratory (BGL) is a 24-hour, 365-day STAT specimen processing department covering whole blood and serum specimens from the UC Davis healthcare system and other contracted facilities. These STAT specimens are typically drawn on an emergent or urgent basis to manage patients' pulmonary and other physiologic status' in intensive care units and other patient care areas. The BGL is an essential component of the hospital-wide sepsis protocol, and staff attend critical bedside procedures and events in the NICU and PICU while supporting over 15,000 specimens monthly.

Department Specific Job Scope

1. Qualified to perform blood gas, whole blood and electrolyte analysis.

2. College level mathematics, human physiology and chemistry preferred.

3. Ability to work quickly and accurately under pressure.

4. Ability to operate computers, calculators and utilize nomograms.

5. Mechanical ability to diagnose and repair simple problems with whole blood analyzers.

6. Good interpersonal skills.

7. Demonstrates good verbal and written communication skills; documents and reports clearly and concisely; conveys instructions, directions, and information appropriately.

8. Works at establishing a good rapport and professional working relationship with all departmental personnel. Readily assists coworker. Maintains appropriate interdepartmental communications.

9. Demonstrates an ability to express self in all areas of communication (verbal, written, non-verbal); utilizes effective listening and questioning techniques.

10. 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.

11. 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.

POSITION INFORMATION

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page .

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Physical Demands

Environmental Demands

Mental Demands

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.

Must have current telephone or message telephone available to supervisor. Works weekends, holidays, and variable work hours according to departmental need.

Special Requirements - Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position

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.

A Culture of Opportunity and Belonging

At UC Davis, we're committed to solving life's most urgent challenges and building a healthier, more resilient world. We believe in growing through every challenge, continually striving to improve, and welcoming new perspectives that strengthen our community. We recognize that a vibrant and innovative organization values both individual strengths and shared purpose. The best ideas often emerge when people with different experiences come together.

As you consider joining UC Davis, we invite you to explore our Principles of Community , our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education. We believe you belong here. The University of California, Davis is an Equal 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.

To view the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit : https : / / policy.ucop.edu / doc / 1001004 / Anti-Discrimination

Because we want you to feel seen and valued, our recruitment process at UC Davis supports openness and authenticity. Research shows that some individuals hesitate to apply unless they meet every qualification. You may be an excellent fit for this role-or the next one. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every listed requirement. #YouBelongHere

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