Respiratory Therapist (RT) - Per Diem Days Job ID 317556 Location US-CA-Los Angeles Experience (Years) 1 Category Therapy - Other Street Address 2070 Century Park East Company California Rehabilitation Institute Position Type Per Diem Overview

 

California Rehabilitation Institute

*A Joint Venture with Cedars, UCLA and Select Medical* 

Century City / Los Angeles, CA

 

Respiratory Therapist (RT) – Per Diem Days (7am - 7:30pm)

Pay Rate: $42.00

 

At California Rehabilitation Institute our services have been designed for patients who need a longer rehabilitation hospitalization for their recovery. We are currently seeking a Respiratory Therapist to join our team.

 

Benefits of being a Respiratory Therapist with us: 

Manageable caseloadsParking is paid for by employerA high percentage of patients being discharged home to their familiesTeam-oriented and collaborative cultureA network of over 50,000 employees nationwide with opportunities to relocate  Responsibilities

Position Summary

 

Performs basic and advanced therapeutic procedures as outlined by the State Department of Health and under the scope of respiratory care services.  Transcribes and implements physician orders in a competent and timely manner.  Uses basic/advanced oxygen assessment skills and patient information to maintain awareness and coordinate patient care needs.

 

Duties Include:

Performs advanced life support procedures including tracheal intubation using independent judgment in coordinating patient's respiratory care plans and needs with the physicians, nursing, and ancillary staff.Confers with physicians to formulate and coordinate alternative forms of therapy according to patient need.Initiates patient-ventilator weaning procedures under the direction of the physician.Performs basic trach care including but not limited to routine and emergent trach tube changes.Monitors patient's respiratory status using competent bedside assessment skills and maintains awareness of patient pH/electrolyte balance, ABG values, renal, neurological, and orthopedic functions as applicable to the delivery of respiratory care. Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Must possess "Active" credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) or state equivalentBLS certiciation requiredCurrent state Licensure requiredACLS required upon hire1 year of related experience preferred Additional Data

California Rehabilitation Institute a 138-bed facility offers patients a higher degree of excellence in medical rehabilitation. Each patient has their own room and receives our customized treatment plans based on their medical and therapy needs as they recover from:

Brain InjurySpinal Cord InjuryStrokeAmputationNeurological DisordersOrthopedic ConditionsMultiple Traumas

 

 

**Select Medical is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.