Respiratory Therapist - 141587

UC San Diego Health; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 106,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to administer humidity and aerosol therapies, manage ventilatory support in ICU/ER, and perform pulmonary care on the floor.

The role requires an Associate degree, RRT, CA RCP license, and ability to work independently with strong communication and organizational skills; RAT/BLS and PALS/NRP within designated timelines.

Qualifications

• Must possess an associate degree or higher from a CoARC-approved 2-year respiratory care program.
• RRT credential required; CA RCP license.
• RAT or BLS required at hire with RAT commitment within 6 months.
• PALS/NRP obtained within 6 months.
• Strong communication, organization, and independent work abilities.

Responsibilities

• Administers general respiratory therapy procedures including humidity and aerosol therapy, lung inflation maneuvers, and pulmonary secretion clearance.
• Initiates, monitors, troubleshoots, and maintains patients on continuous ventilatory support.
• Administers pharmacological agents and performs CPR.
• Performs invasive and noninvasive monitoring and diagnostic techniques in ICU, ER, and floor care areas.
• Works independently within ICU, ER, and floor care settings.
• Supports department and organizational education activities.

Skills

Self-directed

Independent worker

Strong organizational skills

Excellent communication skills

Education

CoARC approved 2-year Respiratory Care Program

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) CA license

Respiratory Advanced Training (RAT) or Basic Life Support (BLS) at hire w/ RAT within 6 months

PALS/NRP obtained within 6 months of hire

Job description

DESCRIPTION

Under supervision, the Respiratory Therapist administers all general Respiratory Therapy procedures, including humidity and aerosol therapy, lung inflation maneuvers, and pulmonary secretion clearance methods.

Initiates, monitors, troubleshoots, and maintains patients on continuous ventilatory support. Administers pharmacological agents and performs CPR. Performs invasive and noninvasive monitoring and diagnostic techniques ascribed to specific critical care areas. Works independently within the ICU, ER, and floor care areas.

Ability to assist with department and organization's education activities. Adheres to the Department and Medical Center's Policies and Procedures. Adheres to UCSD Core Values and C I Care Program guidelines.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Must possess an Associate Degree or higher from a CoArc approved 2 year Respiratory Care Program.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).
• Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) issued by the state of California.
• Respiratory Advanced Training (RAT) or Basic Life Support (BLS) at time of hire with commitment to get RAT within 6 months of hire date.
• PALS/NRP obtained within 6 months of hire date.
• Be self-directed and able to work independently with limited supervision.
• Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing and articulate complex ideas for all levels of audiences.
• Possess the personal characteristics of professionalism, credibility, commitment to high standards, innovation, discriminating judgment, and accountability.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field.
• Respiratory Therapy experience in a large complex healthcare setting.
• Respiratory Advanced Training (RAT I).
• Respiratory Advanced Training (RAT II).

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $105,674 - $131,419 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $50.61 - $62.94

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).