Acute Care Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

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

Job summary

University of Southern California is seeking a Respiratory Therapist in the Los Angeles area. You will assess cardio-pulmonary status, set up and operate respiratory care equipment, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to deliver patient-centered care.

Minimum education includes an Associate Degree in Respiratory Therapy, with a Bachelor's degree preferred. Licenses and certifications listed are required. The role pays an hourly rate range and is part of Keck Medicine of USC.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy; bachelor's degree preferred.
• 1-2 years of Acute Care hospital experience preferred.
• Valid California Respiratory Care Practitioner license; RRT and CRT licensure required for hires after 11/01/19.
• NRP, BLS, ACLS, PALS certifications required from the American Heart Association.
• AB 508 Certification; must obtain within 30 days if not on hire or transfer.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Cardio-pulmonary assessment

Respiratory equipment operation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Respiratory care equipment

Job description

University of Southern California is seeking a Respiratory Therapist in the Los Angeles area. You will assess cardio-pulmonary status, set up and operate respiratory care equipment, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to deliver patient-centered care.

Minimum education includes an Associate Degree in Respiratory Therapy, with a Bachelor's degree preferred. Licenses and certifications listed are required. The role pays an hourly rate range and is part of Keck Medicine of USC.