Senior Respiratory Therapist - NICU & Peds

University of California - Irvine Health; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Respiratory Care Practitioner at University of California, Irvine Health evaluates pulmonary dysfunction and delivers cardiopulmonary therapies to support patient care in a high-acuity hospital setting.

Candidates must hold an AMA approved Respiratory Care Program credential, be an RRT with California licensure, and possess current PALS (and NICU/PALS per role) certifications with NICU/pediatric experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have AMA approved Respiratory Care Program credential.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification with NBRC.
• Current PALS certification; NICU/pediatrics require additional credentials.

Responsibilities

• The Respiratory Care Practitioner evaluates pulmonary dysfunction and performs cardiopulmonary procedures to treat and care for the patient by means of respiratory therapy and ventilatory assistance.

Education

AMA approved Respiratory Care Program

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

PALS certification

NRP certification

CA RCP License or Work Permit

Job description

The Respiratory Care Practitioner at University of California, Irvine Health evaluates pulmonary dysfunction and delivers cardiopulmonary therapies to support patient care in a high-acuity hospital setting.

Candidates must hold an AMA approved Respiratory Care Program credential, be an RRT with California licensure, and possess current PALS (and NICU/PALS per role) certifications with NICU/pediatric experience preferred.