Respiratory Therapist - Acute Care Impact

San Diego Post Acute; El Cajon (CA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick Leave

Job summary

San Diego Post Acute is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner in California. The role follows established policies, assesses patient needs, analyzes health data, and plans/implements care while adhering to safety and infection control procedures.

Collaboration with departments and confidentiality are essential. Minimum requirements include an Associate Degree and certification; BS preferred and about 1 year of respiratory experience in acute/subacute units.

Qualifications

• Requires Associate Degree from an accredited school.
• Graduate of a respiratory care program.
• Bachelor of Science degree in health care preferred.
• Minimum of one year respiratory experience in acute/subacute unit preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive and follow supervisor instructions and facility policies.
• Assess patient condition through signs and symptoms.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret health data; document diagnoses.
• Plan outcomes of care and implement interventions per plan.
• Adhere to emergency, safety, and infection control procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient information and disclose only as required.
• Report changes in respiratory status to supervisors and physicians.
• Communicate effectively with interdepartmental staff and maintain good rapport.

Skills

Communication

Written communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Associate Degree

Graduate of respiratory care program

Bachelor of Science preferred

1 year respiratory experience preferred

Job description

San Diego Post Acute is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner in California. The role follows established policies, assesses patient needs, analyzes health data, and plans/implements care while adhering to safety and infection control procedures.

Collaboration with departments and confidentiality are essential. Minimum requirements include an Associate Degree and certification; BS preferred and about 1 year of respiratory experience in acute/subacute units.