Respiratory Therapist - 12 Hr (FT, Variable) Monterey Park Hospital

AHMC HealthCare; Whittier (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Whittier, California seeks a dedicated Respiratory Therapist for a full-time role in the Respiratory Therapy Department. The position involves providing respiratory procedures, evaluating patient responses to treatments, and performing assessments. Candidates must possess a current CA RCP License, as well as BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications, along with an NRP certification. This role requires flexibility with a 12-hour variable shift schedule.

Qualifications

• Must have a current CA RCP License.
• Valid BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications are required.
• Must hold a current NRP certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory procedures without direct observation.
• Evaluate patient’s response to respiratory treatments.
• Perform assessment on patients according to departmental policy.

Skills

Current CA RCP License

Current BLS certification

Current ACLS certification

Current PALS certification

Current NRP certification

Job description

Monterey Park Hospital, a 101-acute care facility located in the San Gabriel Valley of Los Angeles County, is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for our Respiratory Therapy Department. This is a full-time, 12-hour variable shift position reporting to the Supervisor of Respiratory Therapy.

Responsibilities

The Respiratory Therapist provides respiratory procedures without direct observation. Evaluates patient’s response to respiratory treatments. Performs assessment on patients according to current departmental policy. Monitors performance of respiratory-related equipment. Performs specific diagnostic tests relevant to respiratory/cardiopulmonary care and ventilator management.

Qualifications

• Current CA RCP License.
• Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS from the American Heart Association required.
• Current NRP certification required.