Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Chula Vista, CA

A Respiratory Therapist plays a vital role in the therapy industry by providing care for patients with breathing or cardiopulmonary disorders. They assess, treat, and care for patients with lung diseases such as asthma, cystic fibrosis, and COPD. They are also essential in emergency situations, providing life-saving treatment to victims of heart attacks, stroke, drowning, or shock. Respiratory Therapists are responsible for operating and maintaining various types of respiratory equipment, including ventilators and artificial airway devices.

Respiratory Therapists should possess strong problem-solving skills, compassion, and attention to detail. An essential requirement is a certification from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) which includes Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) and Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credentials. Prior to becoming a Respiratory Therapist, a person could have roles such as a respiratory therapy technician, a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or a medical assistant, which offer valuable patient care experience.

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Respiratory Therapist - Full-Time Night Shift

  • Select Medical Corporation
  • San Diego, CA (7 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA (7 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 19 hours ago

Qualifications Minimum requirements: Must possess "Active" CRT or RRT credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) or state equivalent....

In Person Full Time

Respiratory Therapist I (RT) - Respiratory Therapy

  • Rady Children's Hospital
  • San Diego, CA (7 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA (7 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Prov(American Heart Association) – within 3 months of hire Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT), CRT if hired prior to 10/1/2013 PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's Degree Bilingual Previous acute...

In Person

Respiratory Care Practitioner

  • Kaiser Permanente
  • San Diego, CA (7 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA (7 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Basic Qualifications: Experience Registered Respiratory Therapist or Registry eligible with one year current experience....

In Person

Respiratory Therapist (RT) - PT

  • (San Diego Post Acute) Pepperbush Holdings, LLC
  • El Cajon, CA (15 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • El Cajon, CA (15 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Must be a Graduate of a respiratory care program. Bachelor of Science degree in the health care field preferred....

In Person Part Time

Respiratory Therapist (RT) - PT

  • PACS
  • San Diego, CA (7 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (7 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Must be a Graduate of a respiratory care program. Bachelor of Science degree in the health care field preferred....

In Person Part Time

Respiratory Therapist Nights/Per Diem

  • ScionHealth
  • Poway, CA (24 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Poway, CA (24 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) Preferred: Respiratory Therapist (RRT) required for those in supervisory positions. Experience One-year general Respiratory Therapy clinical experience....

In Person

Respiratory Therapist Per Diem Days

  • ScionHealth
  • San Diego, CA (7 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (7 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Perform arterial blood gas (ABG) sampling and analysis. Perform and document ongoing ABG analyzer quality control and maintenance as required....

In Person

Respiratory Therapist Days/Per Diem

  • Kindred Healthcare, Inc
  • Poway, CA (24 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Poway, CA (24 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 12 days ago

Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) Preferred: Respiratory Therapist (RRT) required for those in supervisory positions. Experience One-year general Respiratory Therapy clinical experience....

In Person

Lofta Respiratory Therapist - Sleep Coach

  • Owens & Minor
  • San Diego, CA (7 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 22 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (7 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 22 days ago

Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or eligible meeting state licensing requirements Minimum 1 year of Respiratory Therapy experience, preferably in DME or sleep industry Strong computer, multitasking, and...

In Person

Respiratory Therapist - Full-Time Day Shift

  • Select Medical Corporation
  • San Diego, CA (7 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 29 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (7 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 29 days ago

Qualifications Minimum requirements: Must possess "Active" CRT or RRT credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) or state equivalent....

In Person Full Time

Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem

  • Select Medical Corporation
  • San Diego, CA (7 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA (7 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Qualifications Minimum requirements: Must possess "Active" CRT or RRT credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) or state equivalent....

In Person

Respiratory Therapist II (RT) - Respiratory Therapy

  • Rady Children's Hospital
  • San Diego, CA (7 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA (7 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

In lieu of an Associate's Degree, a diploma from a NBRC certified Respiratory Therapist Program will be accepted for employees hired before 10/1/2013 Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT), CRT if...

In Person

Respiratory Therapist Full Time Nights

  • Kindred Hospital San Diego
  • San Diego, CA (7 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA (7 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Perform arterial blood gas (ABG) sampling and analysis. Perform and document ongoing ABG analyzer quality control and maintenance as required....

In Person Full Time

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Salary for Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Chula Vista, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Respiratory Therapists in Chula Vista, CA offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
43.0%
Bachelor's Degree
30.5%
Master's Degree
12.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.8%
Doctorate Degree
4.6%
High School or GED
4.2%
Some College
0.5%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Respiratory Therapists in Chula Vista, CA
Less than 1 year
47.4%
None
23.4%
1-2 years
20.2%
2-4 years
6.2%
4-6 years
2.8%



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