Respiratory Therapist - Interventional Pulmonary - 141121

University of California San Diego; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Part time

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Job summary

University of California San Diego Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist - Interventional Pulmonary for a per diem role at Jacobs Medical Center. The incumbent will support ICU, ER and floor care with interventional pulmonary procedures including bronchoscopy and EBUS.

Required are CA RCP license and RRT, with two-year RT education; BLS/BART at hire and RAT within 6 months. This position offers a variable schedule and 20% appointment, with long-term involvement in education and patient care.

Qualifications

• Two (2) year advance practice RT Education Program/AS Degree.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).
• Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license (CA).
• BART or BLS at time of hire with RAT within 6 months.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with strong communication and empathy.
• Demonstrates critical and clinical thinking for RT interventions.

Responsibilities

• Administers all general Respiratory Therapy procedures (humidity/aerosol therapy, lung inflation, secretion clearance).
• Initiates, monitors, troubleshoots and maintains patients on continuous ventilatory support.
• Performs invasive and noninvasive monitoring and diagnostic techniques in ICU/ER/floor care.
• Assists with bronchoscopy and interventional pulmonary procedures (EBUS, navigation bronchoscopy, thoracentesis, chest tube).

Skills

RRT

RCP CA license

BART/BLS at hire

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Empathy and teamwork

Education

AS/2-year RT program

Job description

Payroll Title: REG RESP THER PD

Department: PULMONARY DIVISION

Hiring Pay Scale: $61.70 / Hour

Worksite: Jacobs Medical Center

Appointment Type: Per Diem

Appointment Percent: 20%

Union: EX Contract

Total Openings: 1

Work Schedule: Variable, 10 hrs/day, Monday-Friday

#141121 Respiratory Therapist - Interventional Pulmonary

Filing Deadline: Tue 9/15/2026

UC San Diego values and welcomes people from all backgrounds. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply.

DESCRIPTION

Under supervision, administers all general Respiratory Therapy procedures, including humidity and aerosol therapy, lung inflation maneuvers, and pulmonary secretion clearance methods. Initiates, monitors, trouble shoots 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 Department and Medical Center's Policies and Procedures.

This position requires assisting with special pulmonary procedures in an inpatient, outpatient, and OR capacity. You will work along side other team members and assist with bronchoscopy and other interventional pulmonary procedures including, but not limited to, EBUS, navigation bronchoscopy, rigid bronchoscopy, thoracentesis, tunneled pleural catheter placement, chest tube placement, tracheostomy. At times you may be asked to assume the role of OR circulator or scrub, with a need to know and observe sterile techniques. Knowledge of EPIC OpTime is desirable. Must have a good understanding of airway management.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Two (2) year advance practice RT Education Program/AS Degree.


• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).


• Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) issued by the state of California.


• BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to get RAT w/in 6 months of hire date.


• Must be able to function in a fast paced environment, have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and consistently demonstrate empathy and kindness to all staff and patients.


• Demonstrates critical thinking and clinical thinking and clinical skills to identify and implement RT interventions and evaluate results.


• Demonstrates experience with or interest in providing individualized care to vulnerable populations.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Respiratory Advanced Training (RAT).


• Respiratory Advanced Training (RAT II).


• Minimum two (2) years of demonstrated RT experience in Pulmonary Special Procedures or Interventional Pulmonology, Advanced Bronchoscopy, ICU, and/or Perioperative Services in an acute care setting.


• Bilingual skills to communicate effectively with patients and families

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Must be able to work various hours, days, shifts, on-call and locations based on the 24-hour Medical Center's business needs.


• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $128,830 - $128,830 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $61.70 - $61.70

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).

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