Travel
Respiratory Therapist
Lodi, CA
Respiratory Therapist | Lodi, CA | 13-Week Contract
This travel Respiratory Therapist opportunity is based in Lodi, California — a welcoming community known for its vineyard-lined landscapes and easy access to Sacramento, the Bay Area, and Lake Tahoe.
Position Details
- Shift: 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM (day shift)
- Hours: 36 hours per week (3x12s)
- Contract Duration: 13 weeks
- Start Date: November 13, 2026
Clinical Scope
You'll provide basic and advanced respiratory care services for adult and geriatric patients across a range of acuities. Core responsibilities include:
- Administering aerosol and oxygen therapy
- Drawing arterial blood gases per policy and physician order
- Managing and monitoring ventilator-dependent patients
- Assessing and documenting the appropriateness of prescribed respiratory therapy
- Maintaining accurate electronic medical records, flow sheets, and patient charges
- Supporting department operations and participating in new staff orientation
Required Credentials & Certifications
- NBRC-RRT or NBRC-CRT credential
- California Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license
- BLS (required)
- ACLS (required)
Preferred Certifications
- NRP, PALS, PEARS
Experience
- Minimum 2 years of recent Respiratory Therapist experience required
- Prior ventilator management experience expected
A strong candidate will be comfortable working both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.