Respiratory Therapist (RT) - Per Diem Days

Overview:

 

California Rehabilitation Institute

*A Joint Venture with Cedars, UCLA and Select Medical* 

Century City / Los Angeles, CA

 

Respiratory Therapist (RT) – Per Diem Days (7am - 7:30pm)

Pay Rate: $42.00

 

At California Rehabilitation Institute our services have been designed for patients who need a longer rehabilitation hospitalization for their recovery. We are currently seeking a Respiratory Therapist to join our team.

 

 

 

Why Join Us:

• Start Strong: Extensive orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting.
• Your Impact Matters: Join a team of over 50,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care

Responsibilities:

Position Summary

 

Performs basic and advanced therapeutic procedures as outlined by the State Department of Health and under the scope of respiratory care services.  Transcribes and implements physician orders in a competent and timely manner.  Uses basic/advanced oxygen assessment skills and patient information to maintain awareness and coordinate patient care needs.

 

Duties Include:

• Performs advanced life support procedures including tracheal intubation using independent judgment in coordinating patient's respiratory care plans and needs with the physicians, nursing, and ancillary staff.
• Confers with physicians to formulate and coordinate alternative forms of therapy according to patient need.
• Initiates patient-ventilator weaning procedures under the direction of the physician.
• Performs basic trach care including but not limited to routine and emergent trach tube changes.
• Monitors patient's respiratory status using competent bedside assessment skills and maintains awareness of patient pH/electrolyte balance, ABG values, renal, neurological, and orthopedic functions as applicable to the delivery of respiratory care.

Qualifications:

Minimum requirements:

• Must possess "Active" CRT and RRT credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) or state equivalent.
• Proof of graduation required: college transcript/diploma (preferred) or high school transcript/diploma or GED.
• Possess a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by start date.
• Current state licensure is required.
• ACLS is required upon hire. (Agency RT must have ACLS upon first shift)

Preferred qualification:

• One (1) year of related experience is preferred.