Respiratory Therapist II — NICU/Peds Specialist

University of California - Irvine Health; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vacation time

Retirement plans

Job summary

UCI Health in Orange County seeks a Respiratory Care Practitioner to evaluate pulmonary function and provide cardiopulmonary therapy to patients.

Applicants must hold RRT, CA license, PALS/NRP for NICU, and have NICU/peds experience; the role includes collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

The position is on-site at UCI Health facilities with competitive benefits and ongoing training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA-approved Respiratory Care Program.
• Must be a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).
• Two years' NICU or pediatric RCP experience required.
• Must hold current California RCP license.
• PALS certification required for pediatric NICU roles.
• Current PALS required by hire; grandfathered until Aug 1, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate pulmonary dysfunction and provide cardiopulmonary therapy.
• Perform ventilatory support and related procedures.
• Collaborate with care teams to manage patient care.

Skills

PALS certification

NRP certification

Registered Respiratory Therapist

CA RCP License

Education

AMA approved Respiratory Care Program

RRT certification

Job description

UCI Health in Orange County seeks a Respiratory Care Practitioner to evaluate pulmonary function and provide cardiopulmonary therapy to patients.

Applicants must hold RRT, CA license, PALS/NRP for NICU, and have NICU/peds experience; the role includes collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

The position is on-site at UCI Health facilities with competitive benefits and ongoing training opportunities.