Respiratory Therapist

University of California - Los Angeles Health
United States, California, West Hills
Oct 22, 2025
Description Join our dedicated team of healthcare professionals providing high-quality respiratory care across a diverse patient population. As a Respiratory Therapist, you will deliver both routine and advanced respiratory therapy to adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients in a variety of clinical settings. Key Responsibilities: Administer respiratory therapy treatments and interventions in accordance with physician orders and established protocols. Provide care in critical care environments, including the Intensive Care Units (ICUs), Emergency Department, and other high-acuity areas. Respond to emergency situations and participate in rapid response and code teams. Rotate through various departments within the Health System as needed to support patient care. Maintain accurate documentation and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Schedule: May include rotating day and night shifts. Flexibility to work in any area of the Health System is required. Salary Range: $65.08-$65.08 Hourly May convert to career Qualifications Educational Requirements: Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy or similar Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy or similar preferred Registered by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) Licenses/Certifications: RCP State License in the state of California Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) (American Heart Association or American Red Cross) Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Pediatrics Advanced Life Support (PALS) Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS/ALS) preferred Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) preferred Physical Demands: Must be able to lift and carry 35 lbs. Must be able to physically roll a 100 lb., horizontally positioned patient Must be able to stand and/or walk 75% of the 12-hour workday Must be able to sit, push, kneel, crouch, and reach for extended periods of time Must have skill in performing routine pulmonary function test Must have familiarity and knowledge of handling: Blood Gas Machines, Exercise Systems, and other types of equipment routinely found in pulmonary function laboratory Must possess oral and written communication skills sufficient to communicate with colleagues, administrators, patients, visitors, staff, faculty, physicians, and on-site servicemen