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Respiratory Therapist

Templeton, CA

Registered Respiratory Therapist – Night Shift

Position Overview

The facility seeks an experienced Registered Respiratory Therapist for a 13-week contract position. You'll provide comprehensive respiratory care services to adult and geriatric patients across the facility, working independently and collaboratively as needed.

Shift & Schedule

  • Night shift: 6:30 PM – 7:00 AM
  • 3 × 12-hour shifts per week
  • 36 guaranteed hours

Clinical Scope

You will manage the full spectrum of respiratory care, including:

  • Administering aerosol and oxygen therapy
  • Drawing and analyzing arterial blood gases
  • Providing mechanical ventilation management
  • Attending deliveries and providing newborn resuscitation (no on-site NICU)
  • Assisting with drainage procedures
  • Assessing therapy appropriateness and documenting patient progress

Required Qualifications

  • Graduate of an approved Respiratory Therapy Program
  • Current NBRC-RRT or NBRC-CRT credential
  • Current RCP license (state-specific)
  • Minimum 2 years recent respiratory therapy experience
  • Current BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP certifications (required at hire or within 90 days)
  • Proficiency with adult ventilator management and ABG procedures
  • Newborn resuscitation experience is essential

Additional Responsibilities

  • Maintain accurate electronic medical records and documentation
  • Participate in staff training and mentoring
  • Support department operations and quality initiatives

Location

Templeton, CA