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Respiratory Care Practitioner IV (12hr Night Shift) - 0.9 FTE
Washington County Hospital 4.0
Respiratory therapist job in Fremont, CA
Salary Range: $66.57 - $84.92 plus applicable shift differential
Administers routine respiratory therapy procedures to patients of all ages in all areas of the hospital, as prescribed by a physician and under the director of the Director. Performs other related duties as assigned, including EKG. In addition to performing the essential functions of the job, may also be assigned other duties as required.
Qualifications Education:
High School graduate or equivalent required.
Associate Degree from a recognized JRCRTE/AMA approved two (2) year Respiratory Therapy program.
Bachelor Degree in Respiratory or related health sciences/healthcare preferred.
Licensure:
Valid CA Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) License by the Respiratory Care Board of the State of CA.
Certification:
Valid Basic Life Support (BLS) from American Heart Association (AHA)
Valid Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) from American Heart Association (AHA) within 12 months of implementation of Respiratory Care Professional Development Career Ladder.
Valid Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) from American Heart Association (AHA) (not required for those who work exclusively in Pulmonary Rehab or PFT's)
Valid Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) from AHA/AAP (not required for those who work exclusively in Pulmonary Rehab or PFT's)
Actively credentialed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist for the National Board of Respiratory Care or 5 years recent experience as a Respiratory Care practitioner at Washington Hospital.
Work Experience for Respiratory Care Dept:
Meets all RCP I, II, and III requirements
Two (2) years of adult and neonatal critical care experience as a RCP III at WH, or five (5) years of adult and neonatal critical care experience as a RCP III if not actively credentialed as a "Registered Respiratory Therapist" from the National Board of Respiratory Care
Five (5) years experience as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in a specialty area (Adult Critical Care, Pediatrics, Nenonates, ED, or Trauma)
Serves as clinical resource for RCP I, II, and III's
Special Care Nursery as Primary RCP
Lead
ICU/IMC
ICU Resource
ED/Trauma
Med/Surg Units
Onc/Tele/Neuro/Ortho units
Pediatrics
Advanced Care, including but not limited to: intubation assist, artificial airway management, ventilator management, critical care transports, bedside brocnchoscopies
Proficient in Respiratory Therapy driven protocols and strategies, including but not limited to: Flolan therapy, ICU Ventilator management and Weaning protocols, Bronchodilator protocol, Pediatric Asthma protocol, Lung Protection Strategies (ARDSnet)
Precepts/Mentor and orientates new Respiratory Care Practitioners
Performs other related duties as assigned, including EKG
Currently employed a benefitted or 4/5ths employee in the Respiratory Dept at WH
No disciplinary actions over the past year
Work Experience for Pulmonary Rehab/PFT Dept:
Meets all RCP I and II requirements
Two (2) years experience in both Pulmonary Rehab program at Washington Hospital and performing PFT's to include but not limited to: performing bio-testing on PFT machine and performing High Altitude Simulation Tests (HAST)
Technical Knowledge:
Understands patient's condition and changes in condition, by classifying the patient according to stability levels.
Knowledge of normal and abnormal physiology related to the respiratory system.
Understanding of the indications, appropriateness, contraindications, and side effects of various medications and treatment techniques.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Ability to organize work, set priorities and perform detailed work.
Preferred/Desired Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree
Advanced Certification NPS, ACCS, CPFT, RPFT)
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Care Career is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Burlingame, California. Job Description & Requirements • Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist • Discipline: Allied Health Professional • 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel
Respiratory therapists interview and examine patients with breathing or cardiopulmonary disorders. Respiratory therapists care for patients who have trouble breathing-for example, because of conditions such as asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
Care Career Job ID #. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Rehabilitation Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
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Benefits
• Referral bonus
• Weekly pay
• Medical benefits
• Continuing Education
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
$69k-108k yearly est. 17h ago
Respiratory Care Practitioner II
Contra Costa County (Ca 3.4
Respiratory therapist job in Concord, CA
Bargaining Unit: Local 856 - Health Services Unit * REANNOUNCEMENT* Why Join Contra Costa Health? Contra Costa Health is the largest county department in Contra Costa County with over 4,700 employees. Our mission is to care for and improve the health of all people in Contra Costa with special attention to those who are most vulnerable to health problems. We provide services through nine operational areas: Behavioral Health, Contra Costa Health Plan, Emergency Medical Services, Environmental Health, Hazardous Materials, Health, Housing & Homeless Services, Public Health, Contra Costa Regional Medical Center & Health Centers and Detention Health.
The Contra Costa Health Department has a need to fill one (1) Full-Time Respiratory Care Practitioner II position.
The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future openings for up to 6 months.
Respiratory Care Practitioner II is a journey-level position that requires experience providing respiratory care treatment to patients in an acute care hospital and ambulatory health centers. Employees in this class administer therapy and life support to patients while assisting in making patient assessments for the purpose of establishing individual respiratory care plans. They also clean, assemble, and transport respiratory equipment as requested. Respiratory Care Practitioner II may also operate diagnostic and therapeutic equipment as well as electrocardiograph machines on a relief basis and/or provide work direction to other staff.
The Respiratory Care Services Unit strives to serve the community and the underserved. This unit has supportive leadership and provides in-depth training.
To read the complete job description, please click here.
We are looking for someone who:
* Is passionate about providing high-quality respiratory care to patients of all ages.
* Has the ability to perform assessments, develop care plans, and implement treatments.
* Can collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the best patient outcomes.
* Is capable of educating patients and families on respiratory care techniques and health maintenance.
* Possesses strong clinical skills and a compassionate approach to patient care
* Exhibits excellent communication and teamwork abilities
What you will typically be responsible for:
* Assessing patients' respiratory conditions and developing appropriate care plans.
* Performing respiratory treatments and procedures such as oxygen therapy, mechanical ventilation, and airway management.
* Monitoring patients' progress and adjusting treatment plans as necessary.
* Educating patients and their families on managing respiratory conditions and using respiratory equipment.
* Collaborating with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.
* Maintaining accurate and up-to-date patient records.
* Coordinating care plans and adjusting treatments as necessary to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
* Performing cardiopulmonary diagnostics
A few reasons why you might love this job:
* Make a Difference: You'll have a direct impact on improving patients' respiratory health and quality of life.
* Collaborative Environment: Work with a team of dedicated healthcare professionals who value teamwork and collaboration
* Community Impact: Serve the Contra Costa County community and its diverse population, making a positive difference in the lives of many.
* Supportive Leadership: Benefit from a leadership team that is dedicated to your growth and success.
A few challenges you might face in this job:
* You will be working in a fast-paced environment.
* The environment is highly regulated.
* The demands may change on a rapid basis.
* You may have to deal with challenging patients.
Competencies Required:
* Informing: Proactively obtaining and sharing information
* Oral Communication: Engaging effectively in dialogue
* Customer Focus: Attending to the needs and expectations of customers
* Involving Others (Engaging Teams): Engaging others for input, contribution, and shared responsibility for outcomes
* Interpersonal Savvy: Considering and responding appropriately to the needs and feelings of others in different situations
* Analyzing & Interpreting Data: Drawing meaning and conclusions from quantitative or qualitative data
* Critical Thinking: Analytically and logically evaluating information, propositions, and claims
* Professional & Technical Expertise: Applying technical subject matter to the job
* Safety Focus: Showing vigilance and care in identifying and addressing health risks and safety hazards
* Using Technology: Working with electronic hardware and software applications
* Attention to Detail: Focusing on the details of work content, work steps, and final work products
* Handling Stress: Maintaining emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversity
* Professional Integrity & Ethics: Displaying honesty, adherence to principles, and personal accountability
* Teamwork: Collaborating with others to achieve shared goals
* Driving Results: Demonstrating concern for achieving or surpassing results against an internal standard of excellence
License: Possess and maintain a valid Respiratory Care Practitioner license issued by the Respiratory Care Board of California.
Certification: Must possess and maintain Basic Life Support (BLS) Certificate issued by the American Heart Association, or CPR certification issued by the American Red Cross; and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certificate.
Applicants are required to attach a copy of their license to their application.
Experience: Two (2) years of full-time, or its equivalent, experience as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (or Respiratory Therapist) in an acute care hospital.
Acute Care: RCPs assigned to the Acute Care setting must also possess and maintain a Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Provider Certificate.
Ambulatory Care/Health Centers:
* Pulmonary Function Lab RCPs must possess and maintain a CPFT (Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist); or RPFT (Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist) Credential issued by the NBRC in addition to the above
* OSA/CPAP and/or Pulmonary/Bronch Clinic: Must possess and maintain certification or credential in one or more of the following: AE-C Asthma Educator; SDS Sleep Disorder Testing and Therapeutic Intervention Respiratory Care Specialist; Polysomnographic Technologist; One year documented experience working in a sleep disorders center or respiratory based outpatient clinic setting.
Desirable Qualifications:
* Experience in acute critical care or emergency respiratory care settings.
* Experience in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU).
* Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.
* Ability to take initiative and lead projects or teams when needed.
* Experience in mentoring or teaching students or junior staff members.
* Ability to develop and implement new ideas to improve patient care and department efficiency.
1. Application Filing and Evaluation: Applicants will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire at the time of application. Applications will be evaluated to determine which candidates will move forward in the next phase of the recruitment process.
2. Training & Experience Evaluation: Candidates who clearly demonstrate that they possess the minimum qualifications will have their training and experience evaluated. The responses to the supplemental questions, at the time of filing, will be evaluated to determine each candidate's relevant education, training, and/or experience as presented on the application and supplemental questionnaire. (Weighted 100%)
The Human Resources Department may change the examination steps noted above in accordance with the Personnel Management Regulations and accepted selection practices.
The eligible list established from this recruitment may remain in effect for six (6) months.
The Human Resources Department may change the examination steps noted above in accordance with the Personnel Management Regulations and accepted selection practices.
CONVICTION HISTORY
After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment.
DISASTER SERVICE WORKER
All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law.
$63k-92k yearly est. 5d ago
Respiratory Care Practitioner II - Registered
Christian City Inc.
Respiratory therapist job in San Francisco, CA
Respiratory Care Practitioner II - Registered Job Number: 1315769 Posting Date: Nov 20, 2024, 11:45:44 PM Description Job Summary: Under physician supervision, in accordance with policies and procedures approved by the Medical Director, is expected to assume primary clinical responsibility for all respiratory care modalities and to exercise considerable independent clinical judgment in the respiratory care of patients. Must be capable of serving as a technical resource person to the physician regarding current practices in respiratory care and to the hospital staff regarding effective and safe methods for administering respiratory care. Works under the general supervision of an administrative supervisor or the direction of a technical lead to deliver respiratory care services to patients in all areas of the hospital. Must be able to adapt to the particular area of duty assignment and to perform special duties required by the assignment. Standards of performance for the area to which the individual is assigned must be maintained.Special duties may include provision of basic and advanced respiratory care to neonatal and pediatric patients in the intensive care unit and during transport, which frequently requires making rapid decisions and assisting physicians to respond to status changes in neonatal and pediatric patients.Special duties may include performance of a variety of diagnostic tests of the cardiopulmonary system and to determine the effect of disease and treatment on that system.
Essential Responsibilities:
Selects Reviews, Obtains and Interprets Data: Reads and evaluates physicians orders, clarifying as needed. Accurately transcribes physician orders to electronic charting system or departmental patient master. Reviews patient information including history, lab data, radiologic studies, progress notes, respiratory and cardiovascular monitoring data and performs assessment/data collection in systematic manner.
Systematically assesses patients overall cardiopulmonary status by inspection, palpation, percussion, auscultation, and patient interview.
Interprets data to formulate goal-directed plan of care and determines requirements for treatment such as type and duration of therapy, precautions to be observed, equipment required, and medication and dosages.
Determines modifications to physician orders, which optimize patient, care and makes recommendations to physician. Recommends procedures to obtain additional data including radiographs, bronchoscopy, Gram stain and C&S, spirometry, blood gas analysis, lung mechanics, work of breathing, EKG, noninvasive monitoring.
Performs Diagnostic Modalities: Performs procedures and interprets results: ABG sampling and analysis, co-oximetry, spirometry, pressure-volume and flow-volume loops, cuff pressure, sputum induction. May perform EKGs. May place Holter monitor. May perform pulmonary function, and sleep diagnostic tests.
May perform Exercise Stress Tests. May perform indirect calorimetry.
Selects Assembles and Checks Equipment for Proper Function, Operation and Cleanliness: Selects, assembles and checks equipment for cleanliness, proper function and safe operation. Ensures proper function and ready availability of respiratory related life support equipment. Troubleshoots and performs minor repairs of equipment. May perform Quality control procedures for blood analysis devices.
May perform Quality control, calibrate, maintain and troubleshoot pulmonary function diagnostic equipment.
Participates in routine departmental programs of cleaning, disinfecting and sterilizing of respiratory care and other related equipment.
Participates in routine departmental preventive maintenance program and performs basic repairs.
Orders/stocks departmental supplies.
Initiates, Conducts and Modifies Prescribed Therapeutic or Diagnostic Procedures: Operates all medical equipment within manufacturer and department guidelines to safely treat patients. Checks and adjusts alarms. Observes established safety and security procedures and protects patients from nosocomial infection. Explains planned therapy or procedure and goals to patient in understandable terms to achieve optimal therapeutic outcome. Conducts therapeutic procedures to maintain a patent airway, remove bronchopulmonary secretions, and/or achieve adequate ventilation and oxygenation
Monitors patients physiological responses to therapy, recognizes patient adverse reaction and stops or modifies or recommends modification to procedure based on patient response.
Documents all required information in the medical record according to departmental policy and procedure. Initiates pressure-cycled/volume-cycled/high frequency ventilation. Weans/modifies mechanical ventilation according to assessment and physician orders.
Assists with or performs extubation.
Conducts patient education and disease management. Performs cardiopulmonary resuscitation according to resuscitation guidelines. May assist with or perform intubation. May assist the physician when performing bronchoscopy, thoracentesis, tracheostomy, cardioversion, and intubation.
May participate in land/air critical care transport. May assist with high risk deliveries. May assist with surfactant replacement in neonates. May participate in pulmonary rehabilitation, home care. May assist with discharge planning. May assist with community outreach. May initiate and implement therapist driven protocols.
Supervision and Administration: May assign, organize and coordinate the work of assigned Respiratory Care Practitioners. May demonstrate respiratory care procedures to trainees and other health care personnel. May train assigned practitioners and complete assigned practitioner competency reviews.
Contributes to departmental quality improvement activities. May schedule staff and perform staffing functions.
Assesses priorities for delivery of patient care and redistributes resources as necessary throughout shift. Protects data from intentional or unintentional destruction, modification, or disclosure.
Maintains a current knowledge base of departmental information management systems, including collection, maintenance, and dissemination of information, as well as appropriate audit trails.
May develop policies and procedures, both clinical and administrative. May serve as Timekeeper for TIME system.
Other Assessment Criteria: Complies with attendance and punctuality expectations and with meal and break schedules. Accurately documents time in/out in TIME keeping system or time card.
Maintains a professional appearance, displays professional conduct and ethical behavior.
Participates in continuing education for professional development in Respiratory Care and related fields. May serve on hospital committees. May participate in professional organizations.
Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
Grade: 770 Qualifications Basic Qualifications: Experience
At least three (3) years regular (20 hours or more per week) of recent experience as Respiratory Care.
Education
High school diploma OR General Education Diploma (GED) required.Graduate from a respiratory care education program supported by CoARC or accredited by CAAHEP, with 62 semester hours of college credit, including a background in the basic sciences, or baccalaureate degree in an area other than respiratory care or Associates of Arts or Science degree. Respiratory Care Practitioners who received their RCP license prior to 1986 and currently working at Kaiser Permanente are exempt from this educational requirement. License, Certification, Registration Respiratory Care Practitioner License (California) from National Board of Respiratory Care Basic Life Support Registered Respiratory Therapist Certificate Additional Requirements:
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, technical manuals, and short correspondence or memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to speak and understand spoken English. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment. Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement. Preferred Qualifications:
Certification: Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care. Certified or Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist by the National Board for Respiratory Care preferred, may be required for this particular position.Neonatal/Pediatric Specialist by the National Board preferred, may be required for this particular position. Respiratory Care Practitioners who received their RCP license prior to 1986 and currently working at Kaiser Permanente are exempt from obtaining their CRT credential.At least one year of recent critical care experience preferred, may be required for this particular position.At least one year of clinical experience in neonatal/pediatric respiratory care preferred, may be required for this particular position.Depending on the particular specialty, ACLS, NRP or PALS may be required for this particular position.Keyboard skills preferred.Registered by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists preferred, may be required for this particular position.Primary Location: California-San Francisco-San Francisco 2425 Geary Hospital Regular Scheduled Hours: 20 Shift: Evening Working Days: Week 1: Mon, Sat; Week 2: Sun, Thu, Fri Start Time: 03:00 PM End Time: 11:30 PM Job Schedule: Part-time Job Type: Standard Employee Status: Regular Job Level: Individual Contributor Job Category: Rehab Services Public Department Name: San Francisco Hospital - Respiratory Therapy - 0201 Travel: No Employee Group: A01|SEIU|United Healthcare Workers West Posting Salary Low : 62.43 Posting Salary High: 67.24 Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.
External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with federal and state laws, as well as applicable local ordinances, including but not limited to the San Francisco and Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinances.Click here for Important Additional Job Requirements.
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Aequor Allied is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Burlingame, California. Job Description & Requirements • Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist • Discipline: Allied Health Professional • 40 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours
• Employment Type: Travel
Therapy Staff Job ID #. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Respiratory Therapist - Hospital
$62k-99k yearly est. 17h ago
Respiratory Care Practitioner - RCP
Teema Group
Respiratory therapist job in Vacaville, CA
Job Description
Respiratory Care Practitioner
The Respiratory Care Practitioner will be responsible for providing respiratory care services to patients in accordance with established standards and practices.
Correctional Setting
Responsibilities:
Perform diagnostic tests and treatments, such as arterial blood gas analysis, chest physiotherapy, and inhalation therapy.
Monitor and assess patient's condition and progress.
Provide patient and family education.
Develop and implement patient care plans.
Maintain patient records.
Perform administrative duties, such as scheduling appointments and ordering supplies.
Qualifications:
Associate's degree in Respiratory Care.
Current Respiratory Care Practitioner license.
Knowledge of respiratory care procedures and techniques.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
Newly Licenend Welcome
If you're interested, please reply to this advertisement or directly email your resume to me at *********************** or by calling/texting **************.
I strive to reply within 48 hours. Looking forward to connecting with you soon. Thank you!
$60k-104k yearly est. Easy Apply 23d ago
Integrated Care Practitioner
Archway Recovery Services Inc.
Respiratory therapist job in Fairfield, CA
Job DescriptionDescription:
Integrated Care Practitioner
Status: Non-Exempt
Department: Outpatient or Residential Clinical Services
Direct Supervisor: Clinical Manager at designated Treatment Facility
Job Summary
The Integrated Care Practitioner provides direct clinical services to individuals participating in substance use treatment programs. The role encompasses individual counseling, group facilitation, intake and discharge procedures, and interdisciplinary care coordination. This position ensures all services are delivered in alignment with Medi-Cal, DHCS, and organizational standards for documentation, compliance, and client-centered care.
Essential Functions
Conduct individual counseling sessions addressing substance use, mental health, recovery planning, relapse prevention, and motivational engagement.
Build and sustain therapeutic rapport while maintaining professional and ethical boundaries.
Facilitate or co-facilitate structured therapeutic and psychoeducational group sessions using approved evidence-based curricula.
Apply evidence-based practices, including Motivational Interviewing (MI), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Trauma-Informed Care (TIC), in individual and group services.
Screen clients for admission criteria, complete intake forms, obtain consents, and follow ARS intake procedures including insurance verification, UA collection, and eligibility review.
Conduct clinical and case management assessments, maintain accurate and timely documentation for admission, progress, and discharge, ensuring files are audit-ready.
Prepare clients for discharge, coordinate aftercare support, link to community resources, and document discharge summaries according to operational and regulatory requirements.
Maintain regular client meetings to assess ongoing needs, provide advocacy, and support life skills, employment readiness, housing, financial literacy, and health access.
Collaborate with residential and outpatient teams, external providers, probation/parole partners, and family supports to ensure integrated, individualized care planning.
Lead or participate in case conferences and multidisciplinary team meetings to support client care and continuity of services.
Serve as an outreach liaison to engage individuals in recovery or reentry initiatives and build community resources.
Document progress notes, assessments, treatment plans, and discharge summaries according to ARS, Medi-Cal, and DHCS standards; submit client data into ARMS or other systems regularly.
Participate in internal quality assurance reviews and implement corrective actions as directed.
Attend mandatory training, supervision, and team meetings; stay informed on clinical best practices and regulatory changes.
Requirements:
Knowledge, Skills, & Experience
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain CDCR clearance.
A valid identification card.
Able to lift 50 lbs.
CPR Certification, First Aid Certification, and current negative Tuberculosis test.
RADT/SUDRC - CADC/SUDCC I, II, III license to provide AOD services
In SUD or graduated from accredited SUD Studies program
1 - 3+ years experience working in behavioral health
NPI number
ASAM Certified or ability to become ASAM Certified
$60k-104k yearly est. 15d ago
Local Contract Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Neuro Diagnostics - $50-54 per hour
Host Healthcare 3.7
Respiratory therapist job in Burlingame, CA
Host Healthcare is seeking a local contract Registered Respiratory Therapist for a local contract job in Burlingame, California. Job Description & Requirements • Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist • Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Local Contract
Host Healthcare Job ID #La1fVJ000007i1afYAA. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Respiratory Therapist
About Host Healthcare
At Host Healthcare, we provide a truly comfortable experience as you explore your travel nursing, therapy, or allied career. We make your travel healthcare journey easy by taking care of all the details, so you don't have to.
We are on a mission to help others live better and we do this by helping the healers of the world be as comfortable as possible. With access to tens of thousands of travel nursing, therapy, and allied jobs in all 50 states, our responsive and friendly recruiters find your dream position based on what's important to you.
During your assignment, get access to premium benefits, including Day 1 medical that continues up to 30 days between assignments, 401K matching, travel reimbursements, dedicated housing support, and more. We also offer 24/7 support from our team and access to our on-staff clinicians so you can feel comfortable and confident throughout your entire assignment.
Travel comfortably with Host Healthcare.
Benefits
• Referral bonus
• School loan reimbursement
• Vision benefits
• Wellness and fitness programs
• Company provided housing options
• License and certification reimbursement
• Life insurance
• Medical benefits
• Mileage reimbursement
• Pet insurance
• Discount program
• Employee assistance programs
• Guaranteed Hours
• Health savings account
• Holiday Pay
• 401k retirement plan
• Continuing Education
• Dental benefits
$63k-100k yearly est. 17h ago
Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $2,364 per week
Lancesoft 4.5
Respiratory therapist job in Castro Valley, CA
This position is for a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) on a 13-week contract in Castro Valley, California, offering 36-hour weeks with 12-hour day shifts. Candidates must have at least 2 years of experience and preferred certifications include BLS, ACLS, and NRP. LanceSoft is a reputable staffing firm specializing in healthcare placements with industry-leading benefits and personalized career matching services.
LanceSoft is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Castro Valley, California.
Job Description & Requirements
• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date:
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel
RRT
BLS
ACLS (preferred)
NRP (preferred)
2 YEARS EXP REQUIRED
Every Other Weekend
About LanceSoft
Established in 2000, LanceSoft is a Certified MBE and Woman-Owned organization. Lancesoft Inc. is one of the highest rated companies in the industry. We have been recognized as one of the Largest Staffing firms and ranked in the top 50 fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing firms in 2022. Lancesoft offers short- and long-term contracts, permanent placements, and travel opportunities to credentialed and experienced professionals throughout the United States. We pride ourselves on having industry leading benefits. We understand the importance of partnering with an expert who values your needs, which is why we're 100% committed to finding you an assignment that best matches your career and lifestyle goals. Our team of experienced career specialists takes the time to understand your needs and match you with the right job Lancesoft has been chosen by Staffing Industry Analysts as one of the Best Staffing Firms to Work for.LanceSoft specializes in providing Registered Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, LPNs/LVNs, Social Workers, Medical Assistants, and Certified Nursing Assistants to work in Acute Care Centers, Skilled Nursing Facilities, Long-Term Care centers, Rehab Facilities, Behavioral Health Centers, Drug & Alcohol Facilities, Home Health & Community Health, Urgent Care Clinics, and many other provider-based facilities.
Benefits
• Weekly pay
• Medical benefits
Keywords:
Registered Respiratory Therapist, Travel Healthcare Jobs, Respiratory Therapy, RRT Travel Assignment, BLS ACLS NRP Certification, Travel Nurse, Healthcare Staffing, Acute Care Respiratory Therapist, Contract Respiratory Therapist, Medical Travel Jobs
$73k-95k yearly est. 3d ago
Respiratory Care Practitioner - Respiratory Therapy
Providence Health & Services 4.2
Respiratory therapist job in Petaluma, CA
Respiratory Care Practitioner at Petaluma Valley Hospital, CA. This position is Per Diem and will work 12-hour, Variable shifts. An RCP II is defined as an RCP that has acquired the Registered Respiratory Therapist credential (RRT) from the National Board of Respiratory Care. The RCP II will provide routine, emergent and critical (neonatal to adult ) respiratory care to the area of assignment under the direction of the Respiratory Care Management.
Providence caregivers are not simply valued - they're invaluable. Join our team at NorCal Health Connect and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.
Required Qualifications:
+ Coursework/Training: Graduate of an accredited College, in the field of Respiratory Therapy.
+ Coursework/Training: Training specific to area of assignment.
+ California Respiratory Care Practitioner License upon hire
+ National Provider BLS - American Heart Association upon hire
+ National Provider ACLS - American Heart Association within 90 days of hire
+ National Provider PALS - American Heart Association within 90 days of hire
+ Experience in an acute (routine and critical) respiratory care setting.
Why Join Providence?
Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.
About Providence
At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of "Know me, care for me, ease my way." Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we'll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable.
Posted are the minimum and the maximum wage rates on the wage range for this position. The successful candidate's placement on the wage range for this position will be determined based upon relevant job experience and other applicable factors. These amounts are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.
Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, health care benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues), voluntary benefits, well-being resources and much more. Learn more at providence.jobs/benefits.
Applicants in the Unincorporated County of Los Angeles: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Unincorporated Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
About the Team
The Sisters of Providence and Sisters of St. Joseph of Orange have deep roots in California, bringing health care and education to communities from the redwood forests to the beach shores of Orange county - and everywhere in between. In Northern California, Providence provides health care services to Eureka, Fortuna, Healdsburg, Napa, Petaluma and Santa Rosa.
Our award-winning and comprehensive medical centers are known for outstanding programs in cancer, cardiology, neurosciences, orthopedics, women's services, emergency and trauma care, pediatrics and neonatal intensive care. Our not-for-profit network also provides a full spectrum of care with leading-edge diagnostics and treatment, outpatient health centers, physician groups and clinics, numerous outreach programs, and hospice and home care.
Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the principle that every workforce member has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. We believe diversity makes us stronger, so we are dedicated to shaping an inclusive workforce, learning from each other, and creating equal opportunities for advancement.
Requsition ID: 408079
Company: Providence Jobs
Job Category: Respiratory Care
Job Function: Clinical Care
Job Schedule: Per-Diem
Job Shift: Variable
Career Track: Clinical Professional
Department: 7821 RESPIRATORY THERAPY PV
Address: CA Petaluma 400 N McDowell Blvd
Work Location: Petaluma Valley Hospital
Workplace Type: On-site
Pay Range: $51.58 - $68.78
The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.
$51.6-68.8 hourly Auto-Apply 27d ago
Respiratory Support Technician
Adapthealth
Respiratory therapist job in South San Francisco, CA
AdaptHealth Opportunity - Apply Today!
At AdaptHealth we offer full-service home medical equipment products and services to empower patients to live their best lives - out of the hospital and in their homes. We are actively recruiting in your area. If you are passionate about making a profound impact on the quality of patients' lives, please click to apply, we would love to hear from you.
Respiratory Support Technician
This position provides direct and indirect patient care and services in the home, office, and hospital environment in accordance with all governmental, accrediting, and organizational policies and procedures. Utilization of all available resources to ensure a customer receives the appropriate goods and services in the most efficient and patient satisfactory manner possible.
Equipment included, but not limited to, are CPAP, BIPAP, Auto-titration set-ups and downloading, phototherapy, CPM, apnea monitor training and downloading, nebulizers (both high and low volume), oxygen and portability, overnight oximetry devices, conserving device tests, suction/trach and enteral.
Job Duties:
Develop and maintain a working knowledge of current Respiratory Programs and HME products and services offered by the company and all applicable governmental regulations.
Effectively convey ideas or written processes and instructions to patients in a polite, informative, and appropriate matter.
Identifies need for Pulse Ox testing to recertify or qualify O2 services per insurance regulations.
Complete all company, insurance, and/or government-provided paperwork timely and entirely. Included, but not limited to; Delivery tickets, safety checklist forms, patient booklet receipts, ABNs, AMAs, equipment-specific instruction/cleaning forms, etc.
Initiate, maintain and perform follow-up calls or visits with patients.
Perform routine preventative maintenance checks and simple repair as required by company policy or manufacturer's guidelines.
Assist with customer equipment problems during business/non-business hours and under emergency situations. Troubleshoot all equipment failures calmly and patiently.
Report equipment hazards and/or product incidents as required in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Retain knowledge of and consistently adhere to procedures for the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), infection control, and hazardous materials handling.
Assume on-call responsibilities during non-business hours in accordance with company policy.
Maintain patient confidentiality and function within the guidelines of HIPAA.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Competency, Skills, and Abilities:
Equipment repair or maintenance skills.
Strong verbal and written communication.
Strong customer service skills.
Ability to prioritize and manage competing priorities and tasks.
Decision-making, analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
Requirements
Minimum Job Qualifications:
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Valid and unrestricted driver's license from state of residence.
Construction, general manual labor, military and equipment repair, or maintenance skills would be considered related experience.
AdaptHealth is an equal opportunity employer and does not unlawfully discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of an individual's race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law. This policy applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, compensation, promotion, discipline, and termination.
$37k-63k yearly est. 1d ago
Respiratory Care Practitioner II - Per Diem - 12 hour shifts - Nights Variable
Washington County Hospital 4.0
Respiratory therapist job in Fremont, CA
Description Job Title: Respiratory Care Practitioner RCP II Job Code: 2RC Salary Range: $62.39 to $79.63 plus applicable per diem differential Administers routine and advanced respiratory therapy procedures to patients of all ages in all areas of the hospital, as prescribed by a physician, and under the direction of the Director or Shift Leader. Performs other related duties as assigned, including EKG. In addition to performing the essential functions listed below, may also be assigned other duties as required.
Qualifications • Education • Licensure • Work Experience • Skills/computer/ specific technical • Other qualifications, miscellaneous Specify if qualifications are Required or Preferred - --
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Education: 1. High school graduate or equivalent 2. Associate Degree from a recognized JRCRTE/AMA approved two (2) year Respiratory Therapy program. Licensure: 1. Valid California Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) License by the Respiratory Care Board of the State of California Certification: 1. Valid Basic Life Support (BLS) From American Heart Association (AHA) 2. Valid Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) from American Heart Association (AHA) within 12 months of implementation of Respiratory Care Professional Development Career Ladder 3. Valid Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) From American Heart Association (AHA) within 12 months of implementation of Respiratory Care Professional Development Career Ladder (not required for those who work exclusively in Pulmonary Rehab or PFT's) 4. Valid Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) from AHA/AAP within 60 days of hire or 12 months of implementation of Respiratory Care Professional Development Career Ladder (not required for those who work exclusively in Pulmonary Rehab or PFT's) 5. Actively credentialed as a, "Registered Respiratory Therapist" from the National Board of Respiratory Care or 5 years recent experience as a Respiratory Care practitioner at WHHS Work Experience for Respiratory Care Dept: 1. Meets all RCP I requirements 2. Completed 1000 hours of acute care experience 3. NICU II or assists with Therapeutic Bronchoscopy 4. ICU/IMC 5. ED/Trauma
6. Med/Surg Units7. Onc/Tele/Neuro/Ortho units8. Pediatrics9. Advanced Care, including but not limited to: intubation assist, artificial airway management, ventilator management, critical care transports10. Proficient in Respiratory Therapy driven protocols andstrategies, including but not limited to: Flolan therapy, ICU Ventilator management and Weaning protocols, Bronchodilator protocol, Pediatric Asthma protocol, Lung Protection Strategies (ARDSnet)11. Mentor and orientate new Respiratory CarePractitioners12. Performs other related duties as assigned, including EKG Work Experience for Pulmonary Rehab/PFT Dept:1. Meets all RCP I requirements2. Completed 1000 hours in either Pulmonary Rehab program or Pulmonary Function Testing at WHHS Technical Knowledge:1. Understand patient's condition and changes in condition, by classifying the patient according to stability levels.2. Knowledge of normal and abnormal physiology related to the respiratory system.3. Understanding of the indications, appropriateness, contraindications, and side effects of various medications and treatment techniques4. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written5. Ability to organize work, set priorities and perform detailed work PREFERRED/DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION:1. Bachelor Degree in Respiratory or related health sciences/Healthcare WORK EXPERIENCE:1. One to two years of experience in an acute care setting or Pulmonary Rehab Program TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS: Respiratory Care Dept 1. Administers routine respiratory therapy procedures to patients of all ages in the following units, including but not limited to General Floors (Medical/Surgical/Tele/Ortho/Oncology/Neuro), Pediatrics, Emergency Room/Trauma, Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and Intermediate Care Unit (IMC), as prescribed by a physician, and under the Director or Shift Leader2. Displays competency, knowledge and proficiency with
ventilator patients, ABG's, Bipap and bedside spirometry3. Assists patients with education and health promotion4. Performs other related duties as assigned, including EKG PulmonaQ! Rehab/PFT De12t 1. Administers care for all phases of the Pulmonary Rehab program to include but not limited to: validation of patient acceptance, obtaining orders for entry, obtaining pre-authorizations, submits charges, completes registration forms2. Creates Individual Treatment Plans (ITP's), conducts exercise programs, education sessions3. Supports and assists with WHHS's Better Breather's Support Group4. Develops home discharge plans, and creates discharge summaries while maintaining all of the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR) standards or 5. Displays competency in performing Pulmonary Function Testing (PFT) to include but not limited to: daily calibrations, quality controls, verification of insurance/obtaining pre-authorizations6. Document follow-up surveys/outcomes with Pulmonary Rehab graduates every 6 months7. Reconcile charges and submits weekly/monthly Revenue and Usage report8. In addition to performing the essential functionslisted, may also be assigned other duties as required SKILLS
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COMPUTER KNOWLEDGE: 1. Functional Knowledge of EPIC electronic medical chart documentation system preferred Essential Job Responsibilities
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priorities to address issues needing resolution.
Demonstrates Skill Key Components: competency, job knowledge, organizational skills, analytical skill, management of information, employee & patient safety Demonstrates Skill
1. Assesses Service Line needs on an ongoing basis related to supplies, equipment and physician/staff education. Participates in evaluation of new supplies and equipment, soliciting input from medical and nursing staff, and makes recommendations based on the value analysis process. 2. Demonstrates expertise and current knowledge of surgical procedures, instrumentation and equipment involved in clinical services. 3. Demonstrates leadership capabilities and ability to coordinate activities to ensure appropriate and efficient use of resources (staff, supplies, equipment) 4. Demonstrates effective communication skills. 5. Demonstrates effective leadership skills including organization,
(continued) coordination, and delegation. 6. Remains current in knowledge of new technologies introduced into the Respiratory or Pulmonary Rehab departments 7. Demonstrates an awareness of self-responsibility and accountability for improving own level of practice. Planning & 1. Utilizes available resources to problem solve effectively. Coordinating 2. Functions as a clinical resource to staff and physicians for Key Components: delegates, respiratory related techniques and accompanying technology. decision making, problem 3. Functions to establish priorities of unit operations based on solving, management of resources essential patient needs and availability of resources such as personnel, equipment and supplies. 4. Coordinates needs for specialized supplies and/or equipment with Materials management. 5. Evaluates supplies, instruments, equipment and new technology Professionalism 1. Collaborates with Director of Respiratory Care Services and Key Components: Coordinator on clinical aspects of patient care, education dependability, interpersonal presentations and performance improvement projects. skills, teamwork, patient first 2. Collaborates with the Director in the assessment of systems in ethic, customer service, communication skills, the work setting to identify opportunities for improvement and punctuality/attendance, change. receptiveness to criticism, 3. Ensures direct and indirect service provides for safety, comfort, judgment, confidentiality hygiene, protection, disease prevention, and restorative measures for the patient populations served. 4. Communicates and coordinates activities required to resolve issues related to supplies/equipment 5. Assures staff has appropriate skill and knowledge to perform procedures, utilizes supplies, and equipment correctly. 6. Evaluates the effectiveness of the teaching provided to staff 7. Acts as the patient advocate by ensuring that safe practices are adhered to in the course of caring for the patient. 8. Demonstrates awareness and sensitivity to patients' rights and the patient first ethic. 9. Assures strict confidentiality guidelines are adhered to by all staff members, both intra and inter departmentally. 10. Demonstrates professional responsibility by developing, maintaining and following Hospital, Divisional, and unit-based
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policies and procedures, and Memorandums of Understanding. 11. Demonstrates integrity and fosters teamwork among colleagues and staff. 12. Participates in multidisciplinary and unit based performance improvement activities. 13. Provides quality customer service, and acts as a role model
Improving the Organization Key Components: performance improvement, quality initiatives
1. Seeks to improve operations, keep staff informed, and reduce the cost profile of service lines.
Self-Development Key Components: maintain license/certification, education and training
1. Demonstrates awareness of self-learning needs and seeks ways to meet these in order to maintain current competency and respond to new management demands. 2. Seeks to improve performance by participating in self development activities, in-service, and continuing education that is appropriate to the area of clinical practice.
Regulatory Compliance Key Components: JCAHO, Title 22, OIG, HIPAA, State/Federal laws, hospital policies
1. Demonstrates awareness of and compliance with Patient Safety, regulatory standards and statutes. (i.e., Joint Commission, Title 22, Title 17, OSHA, EMTALA, HIPAA, and other service specific regulations.) 2. Demonstrates awareness of legal issues in all aspects of patient care, promoting safe practice in order to reduce risk.
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$62.4-79.6 hourly Auto-Apply 8h ago
Travel Respiratory Therapist - $2,146 per week
Care Career 4.3
Respiratory therapist job in Fairfield, CA
A travel Respiratory Therapist is needed for an 8-week assignment in Fairfield, California, working 36 hours per week in 12-hour day shifts. The therapist will treat patients with various pulmonary conditions such as asthma, COPD, and pneumonia. This travel position offers weekly pay, benefits, and continuing education opportunities through a healthcare staffing agency.
Care Career is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Fairfield, California.
Job Description & Requirements
• Specialty: Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date:
• Duration: 8 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel
A respiratory therapist (RT) is trained to help people with lung diseases or disorders that can result from a myriad of issues. They treat patients dealing with pulmonary distress due to complications from asthma, bronchitis, COPD, pneumonia, chest trauma, prematurity, lung cancer, and more.
Care Career Job ID #. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Rehabilitation Respiratory Therapist (RT)
About Care Career
Care Career brings together a portfolio of leading healthcare staffing organizations, each delivering specialized talent solutions across the industry. Wherever you want to go, We Make It Happen.
With travel nursing jobs across the country, you can discover the possibilities that create the lifestyle and financial position that you have dreamed of.
Care Career is a modern, transparent staffing firm creating the ultimate community of US.
Benefits
• Referral bonus
• Weekly pay
• Medical benefits
• Continuing Education
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
Keywords:
Respiratory therapist, Pulmonary care, Travel healthcare job, Allied health professional, COPD treatment, Asthma therapy, Pneumonia care, Travel nursing, Healthcare staffing, Patient respiratory support
$69k-107k yearly est. 1d ago
Respiratory Care Practitioner II Registered
Christian City Inc.
Respiratory therapist job in Santa Clara, CA
Respiratory Care Practitioner II Registered Job Number: 1324434 Posting Date: Dec 4, 2024, 7:49:03 PM Description Job Summary: Under physician supervision, in accordance with policies and procedures approved by the Medical Director, is expected to assume primary clinical responsibility for all respiratory care modalities and to exercise considerable independent clinical judgment in the respiratory care of patients. Must be capable of serving as a technical resource person to the physician regarding current practices in respiratory care and to the hospital staff regarding effective and safe methods for administering respiratory care. Works under the general supervision of an administrative supervisor or the direction of a technical lead to deliver respiratory care services to patients in all areas of the hospital. Must be able to adapt to the particular area of duty assignment and to perform special duties required by the assignment. Standards of performance for the area to which the individual is assigned must be maintained.Special duties may include provision of basic and advanced respiratory care to neonatal and pediatric patients in the intensive care unit and during transport, which frequently requires making rapid decisions and assisting physicians to respond to status changes in neonatal and pediatric patients.Special duties may include performance of a variety of diagnostic tests of the cardiopulmonary system and to determine the effect of disease and treatment on that system.
Essential Responsibilities:
Selects Reviews, Obtains and Interprets Data: Reads and evaluates physicians orders, clarifying as needed. Accurately transcribes physician orders to electronic charting system or departmental patient master. Reviews patient information including history, lab data, radiologic studies, progress notes, respiratory and cardiovascular monitoring data and performs assessment/data collection in systematic manner.
Systematically assesses patients overall cardiopulmonary status by inspection, palpation, percussion, auscultation, and patient interview.
Interprets data to formulate goal-directed plan of care and determines requirements for treatment such as type and duration of therapy, precautions to be observed, equipment required, and medication and dosages.
Determines modifications to physician orders, which optimize patient, care and makes recommendations to physician. Recommends procedures to obtain additional data including radiographs, bronchoscopy, Gram stain and C&S, spirometry, blood gas analysis, lung mechanics, work of breathing, EKG, noninvasive monitoring.
Performs Diagnostic Modalities: Performs procedures and interprets results: ABG sampling and analysis, co-oximetry, spirometry, pressure-volume and flow-volume loops, cuff pressure, sputum induction. May perform EKGs. May place Holter monitor. May perform pulmonary function, and sleep diagnostic tests.
May perform Exercise Stress Tests. May perform indirect calorimetry.
Selects Assembles and Checks Equipment for Proper Function, Operation and Cleanliness: Selects, assembles and checks equipment for cleanliness, proper function and safe operation. Ensures proper function and ready availability of respiratory related life support equipment. Troubleshoots and performs minor repairs of equipment. May perform Quality control procedures for blood analysis devices.
May perform Quality control, calibrate, maintain and troubleshoot pulmonary function diagnostic equipment.
Participates in routine departmental programs of cleaning, disinfecting and sterilizing of respiratory care and other related equipment.
Participates in routine departmental preventive maintenance program and performs basic repairs.
Orders/stocks departmental supplies.
Initiates, Conducts and Modifies Prescribed Therapeutic or Diagnostic Procedures: Operates all medical equipment within manufacturer and department guidelines to safely treat patients. Checks and adjusts alarms. Observes established safety and security procedures and protects patients from nosocomial infection. Explains planned therapy or procedure and goals to patient in understandable terms to achieve optimal therapeutic outcome. Conducts therapeutic procedures to maintain a patent airway, remove bronchopulmonary secretions, and/or achieve adequate ventilation and oxygenation
Monitors patients physiological responses to therapy, recognizes patient adverse reaction and stops or modifies or recommends modification to procedure based on patient response.
Documents all required information in the medical record according to departmental policy and procedure. Initiates pressure-cycled/volume-cycled/high frequency ventilation. Weans/modifies mechanical ventilation according to assessment and physician orders.
Assists with or performs extubation.
Conducts patient education and disease management. Performs cardiopulmonary resuscitation according to resuscitation guidelines. May assist with or perform intubation. May assist the physician when performing bronchoscopy, thoracentesis, tracheostomy, cardioversion, and intubation.
May participate in land/air critical care transport. May assist with high risk deliveries. May assist with surfactant replacement in neonates. May participate in pulmonary rehabilitation, home care. May assist with discharge planning. May assist with community outreach. May initiate and implement therapist driven protocols.
Supervision and Administration: May assign, organize and coordinate the work of assigned Respiratory Care Practitioners. May demonstrate respiratory care procedures to trainees and other health care personnel. May train assigned practitioners and complete assigned practitioner competency reviews.
Contributes to departmental quality improvement activities. May schedule staff and perform staffing functions.
Assesses priorities for delivery of patient care and redistributes resources as necessary throughout shift. Protects data from intentional or unintentional destruction, modification, or disclosure.
Maintains a current knowledge base of departmental information management systems, including collection, maintenance, and dissemination of information, as well as appropriate audit trails.
May develop policies and procedures, both clinical and administrative. May serve as Timekeeper for TIME system.
Other Assessment Criteria: Complies with attendance and punctuality expectations and with meal and break schedules. Accurately documents time in/out in TIME keeping system or time card.
Maintains a professional appearance, displays professional conduct and ethical behavior.
Participates in continuing education for professional development in Respiratory Care and related fields. May serve on hospital committees. May participate in professional organizations.
Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
Grade 770 Qualifications Basic Qualifications: Experience
At least three (3) years regular (20 hours or more per week) of recent experience as Respiratory Care.
Education
High school diploma OR General Education Diploma (GED) required.Graduate from a respiratory care education program supported by CoARC or accredited by CAAHEP, with 62 semester hours of college credit, including a background in the basic sciences, or baccalaureate degree in an area other than respiratory care or Associates of Arts or Science degree. Respiratory Care Practitioners who received their RCP license prior to 1986 and currently working at Kaiser Permanente are exempt from this educational requirement. License, Certification, Registration Respiratory Care Practitioner License (California) from National Board of Respiratory Care Basic Life Support Registered Respiratory Therapist Certificate Additional Requirements:
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, technical manuals, and short correspondence or memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to speak and understand spoken English. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment. Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement. Preferred Qualifications:
Certification: Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care. Certified or Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist by the National Board for Respiratory Care preferred, may be required for this particular position.Neonatal/Pediatric Specialist by the National Board preferred, may be required for this particular position. Respiratory Care Practitioners who received their RCP license prior to 1986 and currently working at Kaiser Permanente are exempt from obtaining their CRT credential.At least one year of recent critical care experience preferred, may be required for this particular position.At least one year of clinical experience in neonatal/pediatric respiratory care preferred, may be required for this particular position.Depending on the particular specialty, ACLS, NRP or PALS may be required for this particular position.Keyboard skills preferred.Registered by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists preferred, may be required for this particular position.Primary Location: California-Santa Clara-Santa Clara Hospital Regular Scheduled Hours: 36 Shift: Night Working Days: Wed, Thu, Sat; NO set schedule in this department, scheduled shifts will vary*Expected length of employment up to 3 months Start Time: 06:30 PM End Time: 07:00 AM Job Schedule: Part-time Job Type: Standard Employee Status: Temporary Job Level: Individual Contributor Job Category: Rehab Services Public Department Name: Santa Clara Homestead Hospital - Respiratory Therapy - 0201 Travel: No Employee Group: A01|SEIU|United Healthcare Workers West Posting Salary Low : 62.43 Posting Salary High: 67.24 Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.
External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with federal and state laws, as well as applicable local ordinances, including but not limited to the San Francisco and Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinances.Click here for Important Additional Job Requirements.
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$60k-104k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Travel Respiratory Therapist - $2,191 per week
Host Healthcare 3.7
Respiratory therapist job in Fairfield, CA
The position is for a travel Respiratory Therapist working 12-hour day shifts for an 8-week assignment in Fairfield, California. The role involves providing respiratory therapy as an allied health professional with comprehensive benefits including housing, travel reimbursements, and medical coverage. Host Healthcare supports travel clinicians with 24/7 assistance, career advancement, and various employee benefits to ensure a comfortable placement experience.
Host Healthcare is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Fairfield, California.
Job Description & Requirements
• Specialty: Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date:
• Duration: 8 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel
Host Healthcare Job ID #a1fVJ000007fOojYAE. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Respiratory Therapist
About Host Healthcare
At Host Healthcare, we provide a truly comfortable experience as you explore your travel nursing, therapy, or allied career. We make your travel healthcare journey easy by taking care of all the details, so you don't have to.
We are on a mission to help others live better and we do this by helping the healers of the world be as comfortable as possible. With access to tens of thousands of travel nursing, therapy, and allied jobs in all 50 states, our responsive and friendly recruiters find your dream position based on what's important to you.
During your assignment, get access to premium benefits, including Day 1 medical that continues up to 30 days between assignments, 401K matching, travel reimbursements, dedicated housing support, and more. We also offer 24/7 support from our team and access to our on-staff clinicians so you can feel comfortable and confident throughout your entire assignment.
Travel comfortably with Host Healthcare.
Benefits
• Referral bonus
• School loan reimbursement
• Vision benefits
• Wellness and fitness programs
• Company provided housing options
• License and certification reimbursement
• Life insurance
• Medical benefits
• Mileage reimbursement
• Pet insurance
• Discount program
• Employee assistance programs
• Guaranteed Hours
• Health savings account
• Holiday Pay
• 401k retirement plan
• Continuing Education
• Dental benefits
Keywords:
Respiratory Therapist, Travel Therapist, Allied Health Professional, Healthcare Travel Jobs, Respiratory Therapy, Medical Benefits, Travel Nursing, Healthcare Staffing, Temporary Healthcare Jobs, Host Healthcare
$63k-100k yearly est. 1d ago
Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $2,106 per week
Lancesoft 4.5
Respiratory therapist job in Oakland, CA
LanceSoft is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Oakland, California.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
Discipline: Allied Health Professional
Start Date: 02/23/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, days
Employment Type: Travel
*3 YEARS EXPERIENCE REQUIRED*
Days - 3/12s -
🎯 Why LanceSoft? We're proud to be recognized by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA) as one of the fastest-growing staffing firms in the U.S. Our mission is simple: to empower healthcare professionals like you with opportunities that support both personal fulfillment and professional growth. As a certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and an Equal Opportunity Employer, we're committed to diversity, inclusion, and real human connection. 🎯 Benefits Four options of medical Insurance Dental and Vision Insurance 401k Contributions Other Employee Perks License & certification reimbursements
About LanceSoft
Established in 2000, LanceSoft is a Certified MBE and Woman-Owned organization. Lancesoft Inc. is one of the highest rated companies in the industry. We have been recognized as one of the Largest Staffing firms and ranked in the top 50 fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing firms in 2022. Lancesoft offers short- and long-term contracts, permanent placements, and travel opportunities to credentialed and experienced professionals throughout the United States. We pride ourselves on having industry leading benefits. We understand the importance of partnering with an expert who values your needs, which is why we're 100% committed to finding you an assignment that best matches your career and lifestyle goals. Our team of experienced career specialists takes the time to understand your needs and match you with the right job Lancesoft has been chosen by Staffing Industry Analysts as one of the Best Staffing Firms to Work for.LanceSoft specializes in providing Registered Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, LPNs/LVNs, Social Workers, Medical Assistants, and Certified Nursing Assistants to work in Acute Care Centers, Skilled Nursing Facilities, Long-Term Care centers, Rehab Facilities, Behavioral Health Centers, Drug & Alcohol Facilities, Home Health & Community Health, Urgent Care Clinics, and many other provider-based facilities.
Benefits
Weekly pay
Medical benefits
$73k-95k yearly est. 1d ago
Respiratory Support Technician
Adapthealth
Respiratory therapist job in San Jose, CA
Full-time Description
AdaptHealth Opportunity - Apply Today!
At AdaptHealth we offer full-service home medical equipment products and services to empower patients to live their best lives - out of the hospital and in their homes. We are actively recruiting in your area. If you are passionate about making a profound impact on the quality of patients' lives, please click to apply, we would love to hear from you.
Respiratory Support Technician
This position provides direct and indirect patient care and services in the home, office, and hospital environment in accordance with all governmental, accrediting, and organizational policies and procedures. Utilization of all available resources to ensure a customer receives the appropriate goods and services in the most efficient and patient satisfactory manner possible.
Equipment included, but not limited to, are CPAP, BIPAP, Auto-titration set-ups and downloading, phototherapy, CPM, apnea monitor training and downloading, nebulizers (both high and low volume), oxygen and portability, overnight oximetry devices, conserving device tests, suction/trach and enteral.
Job Duties:
Develop and maintain a working knowledge of current Respiratory Programs and HME products and services offered by the company and all applicable governmental regulations.
Effectively convey ideas or written processes and instructions to patients in a polite, informative, and appropriate matter.
Identifies need for Pulse Ox testing to recertify or qualify O2 services per insurance regulations.
Complete all company, insurance, and/or government-provided paperwork timely and entirely. Included, but not limited to; Delivery tickets, safety checklist forms, patient booklet receipts, ABNs, AMAs, equipment-specific instruction/cleaning forms, etc.
Initiate, maintain and perform follow-up calls or visits with patients.
Perform routine preventative maintenance checks and simple repair as required by company policy or manufacturer's guidelines.
Assist with customer equipment problems during business/non-business hours and under emergency situations. Troubleshoot all equipment failures calmly and patiently.
Report equipment hazards and/or product incidents as required in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Retain knowledge of and consistently adhere to procedures for the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), infection control, and hazardous materials handling.
Assume on-call responsibilities during non-business hours in accordance with company policy.
Maintain patient confidentiality and function within the guidelines of HIPAA.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Competency, Skills, and Abilities:
Equipment repair or maintenance skills.
Strong verbal and written communication.
Strong customer service skills.
Ability to prioritize and manage competing priorities and tasks.
Decision-making, analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
Requirements
Minimum Job Qualifications:
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Valid and unrestricted driver's license from state of residence.
Construction, general manual labor, military and equipment repair, or maintenance skills would be considered related experience.
AdaptHealth is an equal opportunity employer and does not unlawfully discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of an individual's race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law. This policy applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, compensation, promotion, discipline, and termination.
Salary Description $32-$35/hr DOE
$32-35 hourly 36d ago
Respiratory Care Practitioner I Registered
Christian City Inc.
Respiratory therapist job in Santa Clara, CA
Respiratory Care Practitioner I Registered Job Number: 1324471 Posting Date: Dec 4, 2024, 8:12:24 PM Description Job Summary: Under physician supervision, in accordance with policies and procedures approved by the Medical Director, is expected to assume primary clinical responsibility for all respiratory care modalities and to exercise considerable independent clinical judgment in the respiratory care of patients. Must be capable of serving as a technical resource person to the physician regarding current practices in respiratory care and to the hospital staff regarding effective and safe methods for administering respiratory care. Works under the general supervision of an administrative supervisor or the direction of a technical lead to deliver respiratory care services to patients in all areas of the hospital. Must be able to adapt to the particular area of duty assignment and to perform special duties required by the assignment. Standards of performance for the area to which the individual is assigned must be maintained. Special duties may include provision of basic and advanced respiratory care to neonatal and pediatric patients in the intensive care unit and during transport, which frequently requires making rapid decisions and assisting physicians to respond to status changes in neonatal and pediatric patients. Special duties may include performance of a variety of diagnostic tests of the cardiopulmonary system and to determine the effect of disease and treatment on that system.
Essential Responsibilities:
Selects Reviews, Obtains and Interprets Data:
Reads and evaluates physicians orders, clarifying as needed
Accurately transcribes physician orders to electronic charting system or departmental patient master
Reviews patient information including history, lab data, radiologic studies, progress notes, respiratory and cardiovascular monitoring data and performs assessment/data collection in systematic manner
Systematically assesses patients overall cardiopulmonary status by inspection, palpation, percussion, auscultation, and patient interview
Interprets data to formulate goal-directed plan of care and determines requirements for treatment such as type and duration of therapy, precautions to be observed, equipment required, and medication and dosages
Determines modifications to physician orders, which optimize patient, care and makes recommendations to physician
Recommends procedures to obtain additional data including radiographs, bronchoscopy, Gram stain and C&S, spirometry, blood gas analysis, lung mechanics, work of breathing, EKG, nonivsasive monitoring
Performs Diagnostic Modalities:
Performs procedures and interprets results; ABG sampling and analysis, co-oximetry, spirometry, pressure-volume and flow-volume loops, cuff pressure, sputum induction
May perform EKGs
May place Holter monitor
May perform pumonary function, and sleep diagnostic tests
May perform Exercise Stress Tests
May perform indirect calorimetry
Selects Assembles and Check Equipment for Proper Function, Operation and Cleanliness:
Selects, assembles and checks equipment for cleanliness, proper function and safe operation
Ensures proper function and ready availability of respiratory related life support equipment
Troubleshoots and performs minor repairs of equipment
May perform Quality control procedures for blood analysis devices
May perform Quality control, calibrate, maintain and troubleshoot pulmonary function diagnostic equipment
Participates in routine departmental programs of cleaning, disinfecting and sterilizing of respiratory care and other related equipment
Participates in routine departmental preventive maintenance program and performs basic repairs
Orders/stocks departmental supplies
Initiates, Conducts and Modifies Prescribed Therapeuti or Diagnostic Procedures:
Operates all medical equipment within manufacturer and department guidelines to safely treat patients
Checks and adjusts alarms
Observes established safety and security procedures and protects patients from nosocomial infection
Explains planned therapy or procedure and goals to patient in understandable terms to achieve optimal therapeutic outcome
Conducts therapeutic procedures to maitain a patent airway, remove bonchopulmonary secretions, and/or achieve adequate ventilation and oxygenation
Monitors patients physiological responses to therapy, recognizes patient adverse reaction and stops or modifies or recommends modification to procedure based on patient response
Documents all required information in the medical record according to departmental policy and procedure
Initiates pressure-cycled/volume-cycled/high frequency ventilation
Weans/modifies mechanical ventilation according to assessment and physician orders
Assists with or performs extubation
Conducts patient education and disease management
Performs cardiopulmonary resuscitation according to resuscitation guidelines
May assist with or perform intubation
May assist the physician when performing bronchoscopy, thoracentesis, tracheostomy, cardioversion, and intubation
May participate in land/air critical care transport
May assist with high risk deliveries
May assist with surfactant replacement in neonates
May participate in pulmonary rehabilitaiton, home care
May assist with discharge planning
May assist with community outreach
May initiate and implement therapist driven protocols
Supervision and Administration:
May assign, organize and coordinate the work of assigned Respiratory Care Practitioners
May demonstrate respiratory care procedures to trainees and other helath care personnel
May train assigned practioners and complete assigned practitioner competency reviews
Contributes to departmental quality improvement activities
May schedule staff and perform staffing functions
Assesses priorities for delivery of patient care and redistributes resources as necessary throught shift
Protects data from intentional or unintentional destruction, modification, or disclosure
Maintains a current knowledge base of departmental information management systems, including collection, maintenance, and dissemination of information, as well as appropriate audit trails
May develop policies and procedures, both clinical and administrative
May serve as Timekeeper for TIME system
Other Assessment Criteria:
Complies with attendance and punctuality expectations and with meal and break schedules
Accurately documents time in/out in TIME keeping system or time card
Maintains a professional appearance, displays professional conduct and ehtical behavior
Participates in continuing education for professional development in Respiratory Care and related fields
May serve on hospital committees
May participate in professional organizations
This job has no supervisory responsibilities
Grade 750 Qualifications Basic Qualifications: Experience
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, technical manuals, and short correspondence or memos.
Ability to write simple correspondence
Ability to speak and understand spoken English
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization
Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment
Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.
Education
High school diploma or General Education Equivalent(GED) required. License, Certification, Registration Respiratory Care Practitioner License (California) Registered Respiratory Therapist Certificate Basic Life Support Additional Requirements:
Depending on the particular specialty, ACLS, NRP or PALS may be required for this position. Preferred Qualifications:
Keyboard skills preferred. At least one year of recent critical care experience preferred, may be required for this particular position. At least one year of clinical experience in neonatal/pediatric respiratory care preferred, may be required for this particular position.Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care. Certified or Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist by the National Board for Respiratory Care preferred, may be required for this particular position. Registered by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists preferred, may be required for this particular position. Neonatal/Pediatric Specialist by the National Board preferred, may be required for this particular position. Respiratory Care Practitioners who received their RCP license prior to 1986 and currently working at Kaiser Permanente are exempt from obtaining their CRT credential.Graduate from a respiratory care education program supported by CoARC or accredited by CAAHEP required, with 62 semester hours of college credit, including a background in the basic sciences, or a baccalaureate degree in an area other than respiratory care or Associates of Arts of Science degree, preferred. Respiratory Care Practitioners who received their RCP license prior to 1986 and currently working at Kaiser Permanente are exempt from this educational requirement.Primary Location: California-Santa Clara-Santa Clara Hospital Regular Scheduled Hours: 1 Shift: Night Working Days: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun; Variable/On-Call Start Time: 06:30 PM End Time: 07:00 PM Job Schedule: Call-in/On-Call Job Type: Standard Employee Status: Regular Job Level: Individual Contributor Job Category: Rehab Services Public Department Name: Santa Clara Homestead Hospital - Respiratory Therapy - 0201 Travel: No Employee Group: A01|SEIU|United Healthcare Workers West Posting Salary Low : 59.26 Posting Salary High: 62.38 Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.Click here for Important Additional Job Requirements.
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$60k-104k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $2,416 per week
Lancesoft 4.5
Respiratory therapist job in Fairfield, CA
This position is for a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist in Fairfield, California, working 36 hours per week in acute care settings such as ICU and ED, with NICU experience preferred. The role requires multiple respiratory therapy certifications and a CA RCP license, offering a 13-week travel contract with day shifts. LanceSoft is a healthcare staffing agency providing specialized professionals for various medical facilities, emphasizing expert placement and competitive benefits.
LanceSoft is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Fairfield, California.
Job Description & Requirements
• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date:
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel
Days - 7a-7p 8 week initial duration Must have experience in acute areas- ICU, ED.
NICU experience is a plus.
Department is on AWS.
Requirements: - CA RCP License - CRT - RRT - BLS - ACLS - PALS - NRP
#HCRKK8
Days - 7a-7p 8 week initial duration Must have experience in acute areas- ICU, ED. NICU experience is a plus. Department is on AWS. Requirements: - CA RCP License - CRT - RRT - BLS - ACLS - PALS - NRP #HCRKK8
About LanceSoft
Established in 2000, LanceSoft is a Certified MBE and Woman-Owned organization. Lancesoft Inc. is one of the highest rated companies in the industry. We have been recognized as one of the Largest Staffing firms and ranked in the top 50 fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing firms in 2022. Lancesoft offers short- and long-term contracts, permanent placements, and travel opportunities to credentialed and experienced professionals throughout the United States. We pride ourselves on having industry leading benefits. We understand the importance of partnering with an expert who values your needs, which is why we're 100% committed to finding you an assignment that best matches your career and lifestyle goals. Our team of experienced career specialists takes the time to understand your needs and match you with the right job Lancesoft has been chosen by Staffing Industry Analysts as one of the Best Staffing Firms to Work for.LanceSoft specializes in providing Registered Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, LPNs/LVNs, Social Workers, Medical Assistants, and Certified Nursing Assistants to work in Acute Care Centers, Skilled Nursing Facilities, Long-Term Care centers, Rehab Facilities, Behavioral Health Centers, Drug & Alcohol Facilities, Home Health & Community Health, Urgent Care Clinics, and many other provider-based facilities.
Benefits
• Weekly pay
• Medical benefits
Keywords:
Travel Respiratory Therapist, Registered Respiratory Therapist, Respiratory Care, ICU Respiratory Therapist, Acute Care Respiratory Therapist, CA RCP License, NICU Respiratory Therapist, Travel Healthcare Jobs, LanceSoft Healthcare Staffing, Respiratory Therapy Certifications
$72k-94k yearly est. 2d ago
Respiratory Support Technician
Adapthealth
Respiratory therapist job in San Jose, CA
Full-time Description
AdaptHealth Opportunity - Apply Today!
At AdaptHealth we offer full-service home medical equipment products and services to empower patients to live their best lives - out of the hospital and in their homes. We are actively recruiting in your area. If you are passionate about making a profound impact on the quality of patients' lives, please click to apply, we would love to hear from you.
Respiratory Support Technician
This position provides direct and indirect patient care and services in the home, office, and hospital environment in accordance with all governmental, accrediting, and organizational policies and procedures. Utilization of all available resources to ensure a customer receives the appropriate goods and services in the most efficient and patient satisfactory manner possible.
Equipment included, but not limited to, are CPAP, BIPAP, Auto-titration set-ups and downloading, phototherapy, CPM, apnea monitor training and downloading, nebulizers (both high and low volume), oxygen and portability, overnight oximetry devices, conserving device tests, suction/trach and enteral.
Job Duties:
Develop and maintain a working knowledge of current Respiratory Programs and HME products and services offered by the company and all applicable governmental regulations.
Effectively convey ideas or written processes and instructions to patients in a polite, informative, and appropriate matter.
Identifies need for Pulse Ox testing to recertify or qualify O2 services per insurance regulations.
Complete all company, insurance, and/or government-provided paperwork timely and entirely. Included, but not limited to; Delivery tickets, safety checklist forms, patient booklet receipts, ABNs, AMAs, equipment-specific instruction/cleaning forms, etc.
Initiate, maintain and perform follow-up calls or visits with patients.
Perform routine preventative maintenance checks and simple repair as required by company policy or manufacturer's guidelines.
Assist with customer equipment problems during business/non-business hours and under emergency situations. Troubleshoot all equipment failures calmly and patiently.
Report equipment hazards and/or product incidents as required in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Retain knowledge of and consistently adhere to procedures for the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), infection control, and hazardous materials handling.
Assume on-call responsibilities during non-business hours in accordance with company policy.
Maintain patient confidentiality and function within the guidelines of HIPAA.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Competency, Skills, and Abilities:
Equipment repair or maintenance skills.
Strong verbal and written communication.
Strong customer service skills.
Ability to prioritize and manage competing priorities and tasks.
Decision-making, analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
Requirements
Minimum Job Qualifications:
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Valid and unrestricted driver's license from state of residence.
Construction, general manual labor, military and equipment repair, or maintenance skills would be considered related experience.
AdaptHealth is an equal opportunity employer and does not unlawfully discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of an individual's race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law. This policy applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, compensation, promotion, discipline, and termination.
How much does a respiratory therapist earn in Oakland, CA?
The average respiratory therapist in Oakland, CA earns between $48,000 and $129,000 annually. This compares to the national average respiratory therapist range of $33,000 to $91,000.
Average respiratory therapist salary in Oakland, CA
$78,000
What are the biggest employers of Respiratory Therapists in Oakland, CA?
The biggest employers of Respiratory Therapists in Oakland, CA are: