Respiratory Care Practitioner 1-Adult, Sub Acute Program

Community Health System; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

On-demand food options

Free continuing education & certs (BLS

ACLS, PALS, NBRC support

Job summary

Community Medical Centers in Fresno, CA seeks a Respiratory Care Practitioner 1-Adult to deliver prescribed respiratory therapies and care for patients across the cardiopulmonary spectrum. You will assess and manage therapies under physician orders in a fast-paced hospital setting.

The role requires an Associate's Degree in Respiratory Care, California license, and NBRC credentials with BLS, ACLS, and PALS adherence.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Respiratory Care is required.
• A graduate of an approved Respiratory Care Program is required.
• Current BLS (AHA) certification is required.
• PALS certification required within 180 days of hire or transfer (except certain locations).
• ACLS certification required within 180 days of hire or transfer.
• NRP required within 180 days if working in NICU or related units.

Responsibilities

• As a Respiratory Care Practitioner 1-Adult, provide prescribed respiratory therapy ordered by the physician.
• Assess, treat, manage, and evaluate the cardiopulmonary needs of patients.
• Perform respiratory care procedures in accordance with department policy and procedures.

Education

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Care

Graduate of an approved Respiratory Care Program

RCP - State of California Respiratory Care Practitioner License

RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist NBRC

BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA)

PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support (within 180 days)

ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support (within 180 days)

NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation Program (within 180 days if NICU)

Job description

Overview

Opportunities for you!

• Consecutively recognized as a top employer by Forbes, and in 2025 by Newsweek

• Time and a half after 8hrs+ weekend and night differential

• Free Continuing Education and certification including BLS, ACLS and PALS

• Great food options with on-demand ordering

• Free parking and electric charging

Commitment to diversity and inclusion is a cornerstone of our culture at Community. All are welcome as valued members of our community.

We know that our ability to provide the highest level of care is through taking care of our incredible teams. Learn more on our Benefits page.

Responsibilities

As a novice to advanced beginner therapist, the Respiratory Care Practitioner 1-Adult provides respiratory care to meet the cardiopulmonary needs of the patient. Provides prescribed respiratory therapy ordered by the physician, which includes assessment, treatment, management, control, diagnostic evaluation, and care of patients within the facility in accordance with department policy and procedures.

Qualifications

Education

• Associate's Degree in Respiratory Care required

• A graduate of an approved Respiratory Care Program is required

Licenses and Certifications

• RCP - State of California Respiratory Care Practitioner License required

• RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist w/ NBRC required

• BLS - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers by American Heart Association (AHA) required

• PALS - Pediatric Advance Life Support Certification required within 180 days of hire or transfer into position. PALS - Pediatric Advance Life Support Certification not required for incumbents working at Fresno Heart and Surgical Hospital (FHSH) or at Community Subacute and Transitional Care Center (CSTCC)

• ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification required within 180 days of hire or transfer into position

• NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation Program if working in NICU required within 180 days of hire or transfer into position