Senior Respiratory Care Practitioner - Respiratory Therapy

Role Overview The Senior Respiratory Care Practitioner provides advanced respiratory care and diagnostic services across various clinical settings, including critical care, emergency, perioperative, and pediatric units. This role requires competency in NICU and PICU, performing clinical assessments, making clinical decisions, and managing respiratory treatments for diverse patient populations. Duties include blood gas analysis, following physician orders, and adhering to departmental policies. Key Responsibilities Deliver respiratory treatments and diagnostics in multiple care areasPerform blood gas analysis and reportingAssess patients and make appropriate clinical decisionsCollaborate with healthcare teams to ensure quality careWork within neonate, infant, pediatric, adult, and geriatric populationsMaintain competency in NICU and PICU settings Qualifications & Skills Associate's Degree in Respiratory Care or higherCalifornia Respiratory Care Practitioner License or Temporary LicenseAmerican Heart Association BLS certification; ACLS and PALS within 90 daysAt least 1 year of critical care experience in NICU/PICU; 2 years adult critical care preferredClinical assessment skills and ability to make sound decisionsPreferred: Bachelor's or Master's degree, NBRC credentials, instructor certifications for ACLS, PALS, NRP, and BLS Additional Information This position is on-site, full-time, working 12-hour night shifts. Compensation ranges from $43.39 to $67.37 per hour, with potential additional incentives. The role offers comprehensive benefits supporting professional growth, health, and well-being. The organization values diversity, inclusion, and delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.