Night Per Diem Respiratory Therapist – Subacute

Kaweah Health; Visalia (CA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 81,000; Part time

Job summary

Kaweah Health in Visalia, California, is seeking a Per Diem Respiratory Therapist for the Subacute unit. The role involves night shifts (12-hour) performing routine and complex respiratory care across pediatric to adult patients, including ventilator management and IPPB therapy.

Responsibilities include patient assessment, airway management, and training staff. Requires CA licensure, NBRC RRT, and BLS; acute care experience highly valued.

Qualifications

• Current CA Respiratory Care Practitioner license required.
• RRT registration from NBRC required.
• BLS certification required; ACLS preferred.
• Three years acute care experience; educator/training role preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform ventilator checks and ensure adequate support.
• Administer IPPB and aerosol therapies as prescribed.
• Perform bedside spirometry and pulmonary function testing.
• Assist with endoscopy procedures and post-procedure care.
• Educate staff on respiratory procedures and patient care.

Skills

Ventilator checks

ICU care

Education duties

Education

CA Respiratory Care Practitioner license

RRT NBRC

BLS

Tools

Ventilators

Pulmonary function equipment

Endoscopy supplies

Job description

Kaweah Health in Visalia, California, is seeking a Per Diem Respiratory Therapist for the Subacute unit. The role involves night shifts (12-hour) performing routine and complex respiratory care across pediatric to adult patients, including ventilator management and IPPB therapy.

Responsibilities include patient assessment, airway management, and training staff. Requires CA licensure, NBRC RRT, and BLS; acute care experience highly valued.