Respiratory Therapist

Manresa Healthcare Center; Watsonville (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Supportive interdisciplinary team

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Manresa Healthcare Center in Watsonville, CA is seeking a compassionate Respiratory Therapist to join our skilled nursing facility team. The RT will provide respiratory care per physician orders, monitor status, and collaborate with nursing and medical staff.

Experience in subacute or long-term care preferred; requires RRT/CRT and BLS; ACLS a plus. Competitive pay with supportive interdisciplinary team and opportunities for long-term growth.

Qualifications

• RRT/CRT certification accepted.
• BLS required (ACLS preferred, if applicable).
• SNF, subacute, or 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

RRT/CRT certification

BLS

Communication skills

Documentation skills

Job description

We are seeking a compassionate and skilledRespiratory 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:

• RRT or CRT accepted
• 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

919 Freedom Blvd, Watsonville, CA 95076, USA