Lead Respiratory Care Practitioner

Adventist Health; Willits (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventist Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide basic and critical respiratory care for adult and geriatric patients. The role includes documentation, billing, and coordination with physicians as part of a patient-focused care team.

The incumbent may supervise others as delegated and must adhere to department policies, ensuring quality care and accurate record-keeping across all therapy modalities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent (some certifications will require Bachelor’s): Preferred
• Master's Degree: Preferred
• Three years' technical experience: Preferred

Responsibilities

• Assesses and documents the appropriateness of prescribed therapy for respiratory care patients.
• Administers aerosol and oxygen therapy and maintains charts.
• Draws arterial blood gases per policy and physician order; provides care to ventilated patients.
• Maintains department records and assists in training and supervising new staff.
• Performs pulmonary function tests and manages cardio-respiratory patient care.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy or equivalent

Master's Degree

Job description

Adventist Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide basic and critical respiratory care for adult and geriatric patients. The role includes documentation, billing, and coordination with physicians as part of a patient-focused care team.

The incumbent may supervise others as delegated and must adhere to department policies, ensuring quality care and accurate record-keeping across all therapy modalities.