Respiratory Therapist

IEP Corp; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

Marlora Post Acute Rehabilitation Hospital is seeking a Weekend Respiratory Therapist for the Long Beach, CA sub-acute unit. You will join a dedicated team providing respiratory care to residents and supporting care plans.

Responsibilities include ventilator support, patient assessments, and clear communication with residents and relief staff. Weekend schedule: Saturdays and Sundays, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM; bilingual abilities are a plus but not required.

Qualifications

• Certified/Registered Respiratory Therapist (RT) with a current, verifiable Respiratory Care License in California.
• Current Basic Life Support Certification.
• Successful completion of facility ventilator class.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate respiratory care equipment for diagnosis and treatment in the sub-acute unit.
• Explain treatment procedures to residents, ensuring comfort and understanding.
• Record treatment information and resident responses on respiratory care records.

Skills

Respiratory therapy

Spanish (optional)

Education

Respiratory Therapist Certification (RT)

California Respiratory Care License

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Ventilator class completed

Job description

Respiratory Therapist (Weekend) - Long Beach, CA

At Marlora Post Acute Rehabilitation Hospital, our talented and focused staff will work with you, your family, and your healthcare provider, to create a comprehensive and effective care and treatment plan.

We are seeking a dynamic and skilled Respiratory Therapist to join our weekend team! As a certified/registered Respiratory Therapist (RT), you will play a critical role in providing exceptional care to our residents. Your weekend availability is essential in supporting our sub-acute care unit, ensuring that our residents receive the best possible care and treatment.

Responsibilities:

• Sets up and operate various types of respiratory care equipment to be utilized in the diagnosis and treatment of respiratory disease and/or illness in the sub-acute unit.
• Complies with facility attendance policy requiring regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.
• Explains treatment procedures to residents, ensuring their comfort and understanding.
• Performs chest physical therapy treatments, including percussion, postural drainage, and suctioning.
• Monitors and maintains ventilation during cardio-pulmonary resuscitation.
• Records treatment information and resident responses on respiratory care records and resident charts.
• Assists residents with uncomplicated transfers and reports to relief personnel, condition of residents and treatments to be administered.

Requirements:

• Certified/Registered Respiratory Therapist (RT) with a current, verifiable Respiratory Care License in the State of California.
• Successful completion of facility ventilator class.
• Current Basic Life Support Certification.
• Previous clinical experience in respiratory therapy and caring for patients with technology dependency (Medi-Cal requirement).
• Knowledge of OBRA and Title XXII guidelines for LTC.
• Ability to speak Spanish or any other non-English language helpful but not required.
• Must be aware of and understand the needs of the residents.

Schedule:

• Saturdays and Sundays, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

PAY RATE: $45-$50/hour