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What they do
A Respiratory Therapist assists patients who have trouble breathing because of a chronic respiratory illness, trauma, or other conditions. Administers tests to diagnose breathing problems, performs treatments to help patients breathe easier, or sets up breathing equipment such as ventilators. Works closely with physicians and other healthcare workers, and may also assist in providing emergency care to patients suffering from heart attacks, drowning, or shock. Works in hospitals; may also provide care and counseling to patients in their homes.
$85,508 / year median in California
+11% projected growth
Job Description
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The Respiratory Therapist II:
The Respiratory Therapist II serves as a role model and resource providing clinical leadership and service coordination that assures consistently high quality care and facilitating continuous improvement in respiratory care services. The Clinical Team Leader is responsible for providing patient care and assessment; interdisciplinary consultation; staff, patient, family, and community education; and performance monitoring. Classification of Respiratory Therapist I or Respiratory Therapist II will be determined based upon the qualifications of the selected candidate.Required Qualifications:
Respiratory Therapist I:
Demonstrated ability to work independently and to collaborate and work effectively within intra and inter departmental teams. Promotes positive work relationships with peers, supervisors, and others. Is cooperative, receptive, and responsive to the needs of others. Possess the knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position. This includes but is not limited to the ability to perform all of the required procedures and assessments and possession of a thorough understanding of the techniques and rationale for the selection and application of respiratory care procedures. Flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Health locationsRespiratory Therapist II:
Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner in the state of California BLS PALs- Specific to Pediatric Clinical Team Leaders / Core NRP
- Specific to Neonatal Clinical Team Leaders RRT
- Credentialed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Therapy Maintains advanced knowledge in respiratory care theory and industry best practices.
Preferred Qualifications:
Respiratory Therapist I:
Prior experience and demonstrated abilities in: Critical or emergency care Implementation and application of patient-driven protocols.Respiratory Therapist II:
Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training ACLS PALs- Specific to Non Pediatric Team Leader / Core Member NRP
- Specific to Non Neonatal Clinical Team Leader / Core Member Proven analytical abilities and problem solving skills to quickly evaluate complex issues and identify options for resolution.
Required Licenses/Certifications:
Respiratory Therapist I:
Valid and Current California Respiratory Care Board Respiratory Care Practitioner License. Current Registered Respiratory Therapy (RRT) Certificate from NBRC. Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (HCP) certification.Respiratory Therapist II:
Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner in the state of California BLS PALs- Specific to Pediatric Clinical Team Leaders / Core NRP
- Specific to Neonatal Clinical Team Leaders RRT
- Credentialed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Therapy About UCSF The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care.
- also known as our PRIDE values . In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity
- both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce.