Respiratory Care Practitioner: Start Your Clinical Career Path

PIH Health; Whittier (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

PIH Health Whittier Hospital is seeking a responsible Respiratory Care Practitioner to manage respiratory therapies across neonatal to geriatric patients. You will assess patient needs, operate monitoring devices, and communicate clearly with the care team to ensure high-quality outcomes.

Must hold California RCP license with CRT or RRT credential and maintain ACLS, BCLS, and PALS; NRP may be required at some locations.

Qualifications

• Licensed respiratory care practitioner in California.
• Current CRT or RRT credential required.
• ACLS, BCLS, and PALS certifications required or obtained within six months.
• LA County Fire Card must be valid or obtained within six months of hire.
• NRP may be required at certain locations.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care per patient age needs and department policy.
• Assess and interpret data to identify patient requirements.
• Operate and monitor respiratory therapy equipment.
• Maintain effective communication with patients and team.

Skills

Therapy modalities knowledge

Computer skills

Auscultation & assessment

Electronic monitoring

Verbal & written communication

Accountability & responsibility

Education

Licensed RCP – CA

CRT or RRT credential

ACLS

BCLS

PALS

NRP (may be required)

LA County Fire Card

Job description

PIH Health Whittier Hospital is seeking a responsible Respiratory Care Practitioner to manage respiratory therapies across neonatal to geriatric patients. You will assess patient needs, operate monitoring devices, and communicate clearly with the care team to ensure high-quality outcomes.

Must hold California RCP license with CRT or RRT credential and maintain ACLS, BCLS, and PALS; NRP may be required at some locations.