Respiratory Therapist – ICU & NICU Specialist

Universal Health Services; Murrieta (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Generous PTO

Medical/dental/vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Student loan program

Job summary

Universal Health Services seeks a Respiratory Therapist to support two California facilities (Inland Valley and Rancho Springs) in Wildomar and Murrieta. The role covers neonatal to geriatric patients, with emphasis on diagnosing, treating, and managing respiratory and cardiopulmonary disorders.

You will work under supervision, participate in rounds, and provide family education. The position requires California licensure as a Respiratory Care Practitioner, NBRC RRT credential, and current

Qualifications

• LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS: California RCP license; NBRC‑RRT credential; BLS/ACLS/NRP/PALS certifications.
• EXPERIENCE: 1 year acute/critical care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintains required licenses and certifications.
• Completes annual clinical competencies.
• Performs arterial blood gas sampling and analysis.
• Conducts Cardiac Diagnostic Testing - EKGs.
• Assists with bronchoscopies as needed.
• Keeps ABG analyzers maintained and calibrated.
• Documents work in a timely, professional manner.
• Ensures accurate billing and charting.

Education

Current RCP license from California

RRT credential NBRC

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

NRP Certification

PALS Certification

Job description

Universal Health Services seeks a Respiratory Therapist to support two California facilities (Inland Valley and Rancho Springs) in Wildomar and Murrieta. The role covers neonatal to geriatric patients, with emphasis on diagnosing, treating, and managing respiratory and cardiopulmonary disorders.

You will work under supervision, participate in rounds, and provide family education. The position requires California licensure as a Respiratory Care Practitioner, NBRC RRT credential, and current