Respiratory Therapist

Evergreen Healthcare Group; San Andreas (CA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Compassionate team

Job summary

The Golden San Andreas Care Center is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RCP) to deliver skilled respiratory support within our skilled nursing team. You will assess patients, follow policies, and document changes in respiratory status to physicians and nurses.

California RCP license, CPR/BLS, ACLS, and a minimum 3 years of experience are required. We offer a competitive hourly salary of $50–$55, a compassionate team, and a supportive environment to help patients recover and thrive in our

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist.
• Associate degree from an accredited school is required.
• Graduate of a respiratory care program is required.
• Bachelor of Science degree in healthcare is preferred.
• California license as Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) is required.
• Current CPR/BLS and ACLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Receive and follow schedule and policies from supervisor.
• Follow community policies and procedures.
• Perform focused interviews to identify patient needs.
• Assess signs and symptoms indicating changes in patient condition.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret data and potential diagnoses.
• Plan outcomes of care for assigned patients.
• Perform interventions per plan of care and policies.
• Follow emergency, safety, and infection control procedures.
• Promote good interpersonal communications.
• Report and document changes in respiratory status to physicians and nurses.

Skills

Respiratory Therapy

Critical care experience

Patient assessment

Education

Associate degree

Respiratory care program graduate

Bachelor of Science in healthcare (preferred)

Job description

Respiratory Therapist (RCP) - Join Our Team!

At Golden San Andreas Care Center, we understand the importance of providing exceptional care to our patients. As a Respiratory Therapist (RCP), you will play a crucial role in enhancing patient recovery and well-being through technical proficiency and compassionate service!

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Respiratory Therapist to join our skilled nursing healthcare team. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in respiratory therapy, critical care, and patient assessment, with a strong commitment to delivering high-quality respiratory support and patient care. This role offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where your expertise directly impacts patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Receive and follow schedule/instructions from your supervisor and as outlined in our established policies and procedures.
• Adhere to established policies and procedures of the community to which the position is assigned.
• Perform focused interviews to identify specific patients’ needs.
• Assess signs and symptoms indicating physiological and psychosocial changes in the patient’s condition.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret data and information from healthcare members and documents actual and/or potential diagnoses.
• Plan for outcomes of care for assigned patients.
• Perform interventions according to identified priorities, plan of care, and company policies and patient care outcome standards.
• Follow emergency, safety, and infection control procedures of the community to which the position is assigned.
• Promote and participate in activities to facilitate good interpersonal communications.
• Report and document changes in the patient’s respiratory status to the Physician, Nurse, and others responsible for oversight of patient care, prior to exiting the community.

Experience

• Minimum 3 years' experience as a Respiratory Therapist
• Minimum of associate degree from an accredited school
• Graduate of a respiratory care program required
• Bachelor of Science degree in the healthcare field preferred
• Current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license for California
• Must hold a current CPR/BLS and ACLS certification

Benefits and Compensation

• Competitive salary range: $50 - $55 HOURLY
• Opportunity to work with a compassionate and dedicated team

Equal Opportunity Employer

Pay: $50.00 - $55.00 per hour