Acute Care Respiratory Therapist (RCP)

Sharp HealthCare; United States; On-site; USD 54,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CBA with SEIU

Job summary

Sharp HealthCare is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) to deliver cardiopulmonary diagnostics and therapies under physician-approved policies. The RCP will educate patients and families, maintain ethics, and adhere to professional standards.

Required qualifications include graduation from an accredited Respiratory Care program, California RCP licensure, and AHA BLS; ACLS is also required. Weekend/evening coverage may be part of the role.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Respiratory Care.
• AHA BLS for Healthcare Professionals REQUIRED.
• ACLS Certification REQUIRED.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care therapies or diagnostics to patients as per scope.
• Document therapies accurately.
• Ensure correct charging for therapies.
• May assist with bronchoscopy and pulmonary function testing as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of Respiratory Care

Job description

Sharp HealthCare is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) to deliver cardiopulmonary diagnostics and therapies under physician-approved policies. The RCP will educate patients and families, maintain ethics, and adhere to professional standards.

Required qualifications include graduation from an accredited Respiratory Care program, California RCP licensure, and AHA BLS; ACLS is also required. Weekend/evening coverage may be part of the role.