Senior Respiratory Therapist II – Critical Care Expert

Cedars-Sinai; California; On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Cedars-Sinai Marina del Rey Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Therapist II to perform extensive respiratory care procedures in general wards and the ICU. The role includes ventilation management, ABG analysis, and involvement in emergency department procedures.

Candidates must hold a California RCP license and current BLS/ACLS/PALS/RRT certifications, with at least two years of RT experience, including acute care exposure. Join a team dedicated to high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Current California license as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP)
• BLS, ACLS, PALS, and RRT certifications required
• Two years Respiratory Therapist experience required
• One year acute care experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform general ward RT therapies: 02 therapy, bland aerosol, medicinal aerosols, volume expansion, bronchial hygiene, CPR
• Manage adult ventilator systems and monitoring; arterial puncture for blood gas
• Obtain and interpret ABG results
• Work independently in ED and critical/non-critical areas
• Set up and troubleshoot inhaled vasodilator agents
• Perform EKG and Ziopatch procedures
• Other duties as delegated by respiratory department leadership

Skills

Compassionate care

Independent work

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Therapy (preferred)

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy or related field (required)

Tools

CA RCP License

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

PALS Certification

RRT Certification

Job description

Cedars-Sinai Marina del Rey Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Therapist II to perform extensive respiratory care procedures in general wards and the ICU. The role includes ventilation management, ABG analysis, and involvement in emergency department procedures.

Candidates must hold a California RCP license and current BLS/ACLS/PALS/RRT certifications, with at least two years of RT experience, including acute care exposure. Join a team dedicated to high-quality patient care.