Registered Respiratory Therapist Covenant Post Acute Fresno, CA Job Details Full-time $40 - $45 an hour 4 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Employee discount Life insurance Qualifications RRT NRP Certification Pulmonology Pulmonary critical care Emergency medicine Full Job Description Header Job Summary Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Registered Respiratory Therapist, where you will play a vital role in delivering exceptional respiratory care to diverse patient populations. In this energetic and fast-paced environment, you will assess, monitor, and treat patients with respiratory conditions across various settings including critical care units, emergency departments, neonatal and pediatric units, and outpatient clinics. Your expertise will help improve patient outcomes through advanced respiratory therapy techniques, airway management, and ventilator support. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to apply your skills in hospital medicine and critical care while making a meaningful difference in patients' lives. Header Duties Perform comprehensive patient assessments focusing on respiratory function, vital signs, and physiological status to develop tailored treatment plans. Manage and operate a variety of respiratory equipment including ventilators, oxygen delivery systems, nebulizers, and other respiratory devices with technical proficiency. Provide airway management procedures such as intubation, extubation, and neonatal resuscitation procedures in emergency situations. Administer medications related to respiratory therapy while adhering to hospital protocols and medication administration guidelines. Respond swiftly to cardiac arrest emergencies and participate in critical & intensive care procedures within Level I and Level II trauma centers. Document all patient interactions, treatments, and equipment usage accurately within electronic health records (EHR/EHR) systems. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including pulmonologists, intensivists, nurses, and emergency medicine staff to optimize patient care across inpatient and outpatient settings. Header Experience Proven hospital experience with a focus on critical care, ICU settings, or emergency medicine. Extensive PICU (Pediatric Intensive Care Unit) experience preferred for working with pediatric patients requiring advanced respiratory support. Demonstrated proficiency in ventilator management and airway management techniques in acute care environments. Knowledge of physiology, anatomy related to the respiratory system, and medical terminology essential for accurate patient assessment. Experience working with neonatal resuscitation procedures (NRP) and managing neonates requiring specialized respiratory interventions. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR/EHR) systems for documentation of patient care activities. Ability to handle high-pressure situations such as cardiac arrest emergencies confidently while maintaining excellent patient care standards. This role is ideal for passionate professionals eager to advance their expertise in respiratory therapy within a vibrant healthcare setting that values technical proficiency, compassionate patient care, and continuous learning. Join us to contribute your skills in pulmonology, critical & intensive care, geriatrics, pediatrics, or trauma centers—making a real impact every day!

Pay:

$40.00 - $45.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person