Respiratory Therapist
$72,800–$81,120 year
On-siteLong Beach, California, United States
Job Summary
Under direction of Unit Manager, Director of Nursing, and/or Administrator, evaluate, treat, and care for residents with breathing disorders. Set up and operate respiratory care equipment, including mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus, and aerosol generators, following specified treatment parameters. Perform arterial punctures, operate blood gas analyzers, and administer prescribed medicinal vapors, gases, and oxygen concentrations. Monitor physiological responses to therapy, administer chest physical therapy treatments, and conduct pulmonary function studies. Requires current California Respiratory License, Basic Life Support certification, and 2-4 years of direct care experience.
Required Qualifications
- Must have current, unencumbered California Respiratory License credentialed by the NBRC
- Must have current Basic Life Support certification
Desired Qualifications
- 2-4 years' experience providing direct Respiratory Therapy care to multiple patients/residents preferred
- previous experience in acute care respiratory unit or Skilled Nursing environment desirable
- Graduation from approved Respiratory Therapy program preferred
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