Registered Respiratory Therapist

Los Angeles, CA
Full Time
Experienced

Location: VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System, Los Angeles, CA
Schedule: Full-time; 8-hour shifts (day or night). No overtime or federal holidays.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide respiratory therapy services, including airway management and mechanical ventilation

  • Administer oxygen therapy, bronchodilators, mucolytics, and medical gases

  • Set up and manage CPAP, APAP, and BiPAP systems

  • Respond to Rapid Response and emergency situations

  • Monitor patient respiratory status and recognize need for medical intervention

  • Educate patients and families on respiratory treatments and equipment

  • Maintain accurate clinical documentation and records

  • Comply with VA privacy, safety, infection control, and quality standards

Required Qualifications:

  • Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program

  • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential (NBRC)

  • Current California Respiratory Care Practitioner license

  • Minimum 2 years of respiratory therapy experience (1 year critical care required)

  • Current CPR and ACLS certification

  • Ability to pass VA credentialing, background checks, and health screening

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