Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

La Palma Intercommunity Hospital; California, La Palma (MO, CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a community hospital committed to quality and compassion! As a Registered Respiratory Therapist, you'll play a vital role in patient care by performing essential respiratory procedures and ensuring the highest standards of service. With a focus on teamwork and professional growth, this position offers the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of patients in a supportive environment. If you're passionate about respiratory care and looking to advance your career in a rewarding setting, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• State Respiratory Care Practitioner License required.
• Current BCLS certificate upon hire.
• 2 years experience as an RCP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform respiratory therapeutic and pulmonary diagnostic procedures.
• Assess, plan, implement, and document patient care.
• May act as Lead RCP in the absence of a supervisor.

Skills

Respiratory Care

Patient Assessment

Documentation of Care

Education

State Respiratory Care Practitioner License

Registered Respiratory Therapist Certification

Associate or Bachelor of Science Degree

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Facility

La Palma Intercommunity Hospital

Location

US-CA-La Palma

ID

2025-204037

Category

Clinical Tech

Position Type

Per Diem

Shift

Variable

Job Type

Non-Exempt

Overview

Join an award-winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of quality, compassion and community! La Palma Intercommunity Hospital, a member of Prime Healthcare, offers incredible opportunities to expand your horizons and be part of a community dedicated to making a difference.

Founded in 1972, La Palma Intercommunity Hospital is a 141-bed acute-care community hospital and the only hospital in La Palma. Our highly qualified team is committed to providing outstanding service in a safe, comfortable, and caring environment. Patients treated at La Palma Intercommunity Hospital benefit from the expertise of a large hospital system in a smaller, more personal setting. For more information visit www.lapalmaintercommunityhospital.com.

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Responsibilities

Under the direction and authorization of the medical director and cardiopulmonary director, the RCP II is responsible for performing respiratory therapeutic and pulmonary diagnostic procedures as ordered by the physician. Emphasis will be toward the assessment, planning, implementation and documentation of care, with consideration of age and population specific needs and requirements of the patient. In the absence of a supervisor, may be assigned/identified as Lead RCP, having responsibility for the section or department during their shift.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

1. State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) License required
2. Current BCLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current.
3. Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) required
4. 2 years experience as an RCP preferred.
5. ACLS certificate within 60 day of hire and maintain current.
6. NRP certificate preferred
7. PALS certificate within 60 days of hire and maintain current.
8. Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree preferred
9. High School Diploma or equivalent is required

La Palma Intercommunity Hospital offers competitive compensation and a reasonable compensation estimate for this role is $38.15. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

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