Respiratory Therapist (RT) - Per Diem Days

Select Medical; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading medical facility in Los Angeles is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RT) for per diem days. The role involves coordinating respiratory care, performing advanced procedures, and ensuring optimal patient support. Candidates must possess active CRT and RRT credentials, as well as required certifications.

Qualifications

• Active CRT and RRT credential required.
• Basic Life Support certification must be obtained by start date.
• One year of related experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates respiratory care with physicians and nursing staff.
• Performs tracheal intubation and other advanced procedures.
• Monitors patient's respiratory status and coordinates care plans.

Skills

Advanced life support procedures

Patient care assessment skills

Education

CRT and RRT credential

BLS certification

ACLS certification

College transcript/diploma or high school transcript/GED

Job description

Respiratory Therapist (RT) - Per Diem Days

*A Joint Venture with Cedars, UCLA and Select Medical*

Century City / Los Angeles, CA

Respiratory Therapist (RT) – Per Diem Days (7am - 7:30pm)

Pay Rate: $42.00

At California Rehabilitation Institute our services have been designed for patients who need a longer rehabilitation hospitalization for their recovery. We are currently seeking a Respiratory Therapist to join our team.

Why Join Us:

• Start Strong: Extensive orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting.
• Your Impact Matters: Join a team of over 50,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care

Responsibilities

Position Summary

Performs basic and advanced therapeutic procedures as outlined by the State Department of Health and under the scope of respiratory care services. Transcribes and implements physician orders in a competent and timely manner. Uses basic/advanced oxygen assessment skills and patient information to maintain awareness and coordinate patient care needs.

Duties Include:

• Performs advanced life support procedures including tracheal intubation using independent judgment in coordinating patient's respiratory care plans and needs with the physicians, nursing, and ancillary staff.
• Confers with physicians to formulate and coordinate alternative forms of therapy according to patient need.
• Initiates patient-ventilator weaning procedures under the direction of the physician.
• Performs basic trach care including but not limited to routine and emergent trach tube changes.
• Monitors patient's respiratory status using competent bedside assessment skills and maintains awareness of patient pH/electrolyte balance, ABG values, renal, neurological, and orthopedic functions as applicable to the delivery of respiratory care.

Qualifications

• Must possess "Active" CRT and RRT credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) or state equivalent.
• Proof of graduation required: college transcript/diploma (preferred) or high school transcript/diploma or GED.
• Possess a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by start date.
• Current state licensure is required.
• ACLS is required upon hire. (Agency RT must have ACLS upon first shift)
• One (1) year of related experience is preferred.

Additional Data

California Rehabilitation Institute a 138-bed facility offers patients a higher degree of excellence in medical rehabilitation. Each patient has their own room and receives our customized treatment plans based on their medical and therapy needs as they recover from:

• Stroke
• Neurological Disorders
• Orthopedic Conditions

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