Acute Care Respiratory Therapist

University of Southern California; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Southern California seeks a Respiratory Therapist to provide patient care under clinical supervision, assess cardio-pulmonary status, and operate respiratory care equipment for diagnosis and treatment. Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams is essential to ensure quality outcomes.

Minimum education is an Associate Degree in Respiratory Therapy; a bachelor’s degree is preferred. California licensure (RRT/CRT depending on hire date) and mandatory certifications (NRP, BLS,

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy required; bachelor's degree preferred.
• 1–2 years of Acute Care Hospital experience preferred.
• California Respiratory Care Practitioner license required; RRT and CRT licensure required for hires on/after 11/01/19.
• NRP, BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required; AB 508 certification; obtain renewal within 30 days if not on hire.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients' cardio-pulmonary status under supervision.
• Set up and operate respiratory care equipment for diagnosis and treatment.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to deliver excellent patient care.

Education

Associate Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy preferred

Job description

The University of Southern California seeks a Respiratory Therapist to provide patient care under clinical supervision, assess cardio-pulmonary status, and operate respiratory care equipment for diagnosis and treatment. Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams is essential to ensure quality outcomes.

Minimum education is an Associate Degree in Respiratory Therapy; a bachelor’s degree is preferred. California licensure (RRT/CRT depending on hire date) and mandatory certifications (NRP, BLS,