Respiratory Therapist - Ventilator Care & Education

Sweetwater Care; Porterville (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sweetwater Care in Porterville, CA seeks a Respiratory Therapist to independently perform respiratory care procedures, interpret orders, assess resident needs, deliver prescribed therapy and evaluate resident responses.

You will work as a consultant, educator, and clinician to clinical staff, coordinating equipment and ensuring compliance with guidelines. This on-site role requires strong communication and collaboration with nursing leadership.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) in the practicing state.

Responsibilities

• Promotes healing of acutely ill residents through respiratory care, diagnostic testing, education and life support.
• Provides safe administration of respiratory care including therapy, mechanical ventilation, airway management and monitoring.
• Sets up and administers medical gases, ventilation support, aerosols and related equipment as they apply to home care.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Clinical judgment

Education

Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

High school diploma

Job description

Sweetwater Care in Porterville, CA seeks a Respiratory Therapist to independently perform respiratory care procedures, interpret orders, assess resident needs, deliver prescribed therapy and evaluate resident responses.

You will work as a consultant, educator, and clinician to clinical staff, coordinating equipment and ensuring compliance with guidelines. This on-site role requires strong communication and collaboration with nursing leadership.