Acute Care Respiratory Therapist

Southern-California-Hospital; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern-California-Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to evaluate pulmonary dysfunction and perform cardiopulmonary procedures, ensuring patient safety and high-quality care. The role includes patient education, care planning, and life-saving support across adult, pediatric, and neonatal populations.

The ideal candidate holds a relevant Associate Degree, California RCP licensure, and BLS/ACLS/PALS.

Qualifications

• Associate degree related to pulmonary function.
• Current California RCP licensure.
• RRT certification if graduated after 2015.
• AHA BLS, ACLS and PALS certifications.
• English reading/writing ability.
• Ability to work variable shifts, including evenings and weekends.
• Fire and Life Safety Card (LA City employees only).

Responsibilities

• Assesses patients' need for respiratory care by validating physician orders and interviewing patients.
• Initiates and conducts therapeutic procedures, evaluates treatment efficacy, and manages emergencies.
• Performs diagnostic procedures, analyzes results, and participates in performance improvement initiatives.
• Maintains, cleans, and calibrates equipment per manufacturer instructions and hospital policy.
• Documents care accurately and ensures HIPAA compliance while communicating with staff and patients.

Skills

English proficiency

Shift flexibility

Bilingual

Team communication

Education

Associate Degree in pulmonary function

California RCP licensure

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

AHA BLS

AHA ACLS

AHA PALS

BS degree (preferred)

NRP certification (preferred)

Job description

Southern-California-Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to evaluate pulmonary dysfunction and perform cardiopulmonary procedures, ensuring patient safety and high-quality care. The role includes patient education, care planning, and life-saving support across adult, pediatric, and neonatal populations.

The ideal candidate holds a relevant Associate Degree, California RCP licensure, and BLS/ACLS/PALS.