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Respiratory Therapist Manresa Healthcare Center - 4.8 Watsonville, CA Job Details Full-time $50 - $60 an hour 3 days ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications BLS Certification State-specific respiratory therapist license RCP License Full Job Description Respiratory Therapist (RT) Now Hiring! We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Respiratory Therapist (RT) to join our team at a well-established Skilled Nursing Facility. The ideal candidate is patient-focused, dependable, and experienced in providing respiratory care to subacute and long-term care patients.

Position Summary:

The Respiratory Therapist provides respiratory care services in accordance with physician orders, facility policies, and state regulations. This role supports patients with chronic and acute respiratory conditions in a post-acute care setting.

Responsibilities:

Administer respiratory treatments (neb treatments, oxygen therapy, trach care, suctioning, etc.) Monitor and assess patient respiratory status Manage ventilators, BiPAP/CPAP, and oxygen delivery systems Document treatments and patient responses accurately Collaborate with nursing staff and physicians to optimize patient care Educate patients and caregivers on respiratory therapies as needed

Qualifications:

Current RT license in good standing (state-specific) RRT or CRT accepted BLS required (ACLS preferred, if applicable) SNF, subacute, or long-term care experience preferred Strong communication and documentation skills

What We Offer:

Competitive pay Supportive interdisciplinary team Opportunity for long-term stability and growth Located in a peaceful residential neighborhood in Watsonville, California, Manresa Healthcare Center is a warm and welcoming 59-bed skilled nursing facility offering both short-term therapy and long-term care. Surrounded by scenic ocean views, our center provides a serene setting where healing and comfort go hand in hand. At Manresa, we're more than a care facility—we're a close-knit community dedicated to supporting residents, families, and neighbors with compassion and respect. From the moment you arrive, you'll feel the difference in the way we care.

Pay:

$50.00 - $60.00 / hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Vision insurance Health insurance Paid time off

Job Type:

fulltime

Schedule:

Weekend availability 10 hour shift Monday to

Friday Education:

Associate's degree Work location: On-site Manresa Healthcare Center. 919 Freedom Blvd, Watsonville, CA, 95076