Respiratory Therapist

Los Altos Post-Acute; Los Altos (CA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 110,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Supportive interdisciplinary team

Opportunity for long-term stability

Job summary

Los Altos Post Acute in Los Altos, CA is hiring a Respiratory Therapist (RT) per diem to provide respiratory care to subacute and long-term patients. The RT will follow physician orders, align with facility policies, and document treatments and patient responses.

Ideal candidates hold an active RT license, BLS, and preferably ACLS; SNF/long-term care experience is preferred. You will collaborate with nurses and physicians, manage ventilators and oxygen delivery, and educate patients and

Qualifications

• Active RT license in good standing.
• BLS required; ACLS preferred where applicable.
• SNF/long-term care experience preferred.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Administer respiratory treatments (neb treatments, oxygen therapy, trach care, suctioning, etc.)
• Monitor and assess patient respiratory status
• Manage ventilators, BiPAP/CPAP, and oxygen delivery systems
• Document treatments and patient responses accurately
• Collaborate with nursing staff and physicians to optimize patient care
• Educate patients and caregivers on respiratory therapies as needed

Skills

Respiratory care

Communication

Documentation

Patient education

Education

RT license

BLS certification

ACLS preferred

Tools

Ventilators

BiPAP/CPAP

Oxygen delivery systems

Job description

Respiratory Therapist (RT) - Skilled Nursing Facility

Now Hiring | Per - Diem

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Respiratory Therapist (RT) to join our team at a well-established Skilled Nursing Facility. The ideal candidate is patient-focused, dependable, and experienced in providing respiratory care to subacute and long-term care patients.

Position Summary:

The Respiratory Therapist provides respiratory care services in accordance with physician orders, facility policies, and state regulations. This role supports patients with chronic and acute respiratory conditions in a post-acute care setting.

Responsibilities:

• Administer respiratory treatments (neb treatments, oxygen therapy, trach care, suctioning, etc.)
• Monitor and assess patient respiratory status
• Manage ventilators, BiPAP/CPAP, and oxygen delivery systems
• Document treatments and patient responses accurately
• Collaborate with nursing staff and physicians to optimize patient care
• Educate patients and caregivers on respiratory therapies as needed

Qualifications:

• Current RT license in good standing (state-specific)
• BLS required (ACLS preferred, if applicable)
• SNF, subacute, or long-term care experience preferred
• Strong communication and documentation skills

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay
• Supportive interdisciplinary team
• Opportunity for long-term stability and growth

Los Altos Post Acute is a 24-hour skilled nursing facility located in Los Altos, CA. Our team of dedicated healthcare professionals work to help patients recover from surgery, injury, or serious illness.
As a team, we strive to exceed the expectations of those we serve, and our purpose is to provide our patients with positive rehabilitative therapy and exceptional nursing care. We want to help patients achieve their highest possible functioning level and to assist them in returning to the lowest level of care practical.