Acute Care Respiratory Therapist — Critical Care

Mlk-Community-Healthcare-; California; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

MLK Community Healthcare in Los Angeles, CA is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to deliver specialized pulmonary care, including ventilation support, blood gas analysis, and emergency response within 12-hour shifts. You will assess patients, document findings, and collaborate with the care team to tailor therapies for diverse ages and diagnoses.

The role emphasizes adherence to infection control, quality improvement, and hospital policies, with opportunities for professional growth and

Qualifications

• Graduate of a CoARC-approved respiratory care program and NBRC certification.
• At least 1 year of acute care respiratory care experience.
• NBRC CRT or NBRC RRT credential required.
• Credential-eligible or CRTT credentialed with 25+ years of experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Assess and provide appropriate respiratory therapies based on patient diagnosis.
• Document data from respiratory monitoring devices and monitor patient response.
• Initiate orders per department policies and procedures.
• Perform blood gas analysis and maintain quality control procedures.
• Assist with CPR/NR and respond to emergencies as needed.
• Maintain infection control and disinfect equipment per policy.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish

Basic computer skills

EMR experience

BLS

ACLS

PALS

MAB

NRP

Education

CoARC approved respiratory care program

NBRC CRT or RRT credential

Credential-eligible or CRTT with 25+ years experience

Job description

MLK Community Healthcare in Los Angeles, CA is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to deliver specialized pulmonary care, including ventilation support, blood gas analysis, and emergency response within 12-hour shifts. You will assess patients, document findings, and collaborate with the care team to tailor therapies for diverse ages and diagnoses.

The role emphasizes adherence to infection control, quality improvement, and hospital policies, with opportunities for professional growth and