Lead Respiratory Therapist – Long-Term Care

Sweetwater Care; Oroville (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Sweetwater Care in Oroville, CA seeks a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to deliver patient-centered respiratory care per physician orders within a skilled nursing setting, collaborating with nursing staff to support pulmonary and general health goals.

Requirements include CA licensure as a Respiratory Therapist, CRT or RRT credential, and current ACLS/BLS certification, with AMA-approved program graduation and commitment to ongoing professional development, including participation in in-service

Qualifications

• Current CA Respiratory Therapist licensure
• Graduate of AMA-approved School of Respiratory Therapy
• Active CRT or RRT credential
• Current ACLS and BLS Certification

Responsibilities

• Provides respiratory care services under physician orders and adheres to state/federal guidelines.
• Administers therapies, monitors outcomes, and adjusts care as needed.
• Documents all pertinent data in the patient record after therapy.
• Operates and maintains respiratory equipment safely and efficiently.
• Collaborates with nursing, physicians, and Infection Preventionist to coordinate care.

Job description

Sweetwater Care in Oroville, CA seeks a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to deliver patient-centered respiratory care per physician orders within a skilled nursing setting, collaborating with nursing staff to support pulmonary and general health goals.

Requirements include CA licensure as a Respiratory Therapist, CRT or RRT credential, and current ACLS/BLS certification, with AMA-approved program graduation and commitment to ongoing professional development, including participation in in-service