ICU/ER Respiratory Therapist

UC San Diego Health; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 106,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego Health seeks a Respiratory Therapist to administer a full range of respiratory care procedures, monitor and manage patients on ventilatory support, and assist with critical care duties in the ICU, ER, and on the floor.

Under supervision, the RT performs invasive and noninvasive monitoring, administers pharmacologic agents, and participates in department education plus adherence to policies and CI Care program guidelines.

Qualifications

• Two-year AS degree in respiratory therapy or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Administers humidity and aerosol therapy and lung inflation maneuvers.
• Monitors and maintains patients on continuous ventilatory support.
• Administers pharmacological agents and performs CPR.
• Performs invasive and noninvasive monitoring and diagnostics.
• Works independently within ICU, ER, and floor care areas.

Skills

RRT credential NBRC

CA RCP license

BLS/PALS/NRP

Independence

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Professionalism

Education

AS degree in Respiratory Therapy

RAT training

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

UC San Diego Health seeks a Respiratory Therapist to administer a full range of respiratory care procedures, monitor and manage patients on ventilatory support, and assist with critical care duties in the ICU, ER, and on the floor.

Under supervision, the RT performs invasive and noninvasive monitoring, administers pharmacologic agents, and participates in department education plus adherence to policies and CI Care program guidelines.