Respiratory Therapist Jobs in San Diego, 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 (RCP) - SSRS- Float Pool - Nights

  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago

In collaboration with other caregivers, assesses, plans, implements and evaluates action for respiratory care....

Respiratory Therapist - Interventional Pulmonology - 136263

  • San Diego, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 3 days ago

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT). Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) issued by the state of California. BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART w/in 6 months of hire date....

Respiratory Care Practitioner - Sharp Coronado Hospital - Variable - Per Diem

  • Coronado, CA (3 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Coronado, CA (3 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Required Qualifications Graduate of a CoARC accredited respiratory therapy program Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) - The National Board of Respiratory Care California Respiratory Care Practitioners...

Respiratory Therapist/RT

  • San Diego, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 7 days ago

Position number: 248468 Position: Respiratory Therapist/RT Specialty/ Unit Type: Respiratory Therapy | Neonatal Intensive Care Unit | Respiratory | Neonatal | Pediatrics Shift posted for job: 12.00...

Respiratory Therapist II (RT) - Respiratory Therapy, Per Diem

  • San Diego, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 8 days ago

from a NBRC certified Respiratory Therapist Program will be accepted for employees hired before 10/1/2013 Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT), CRT if hired prior to 10/1/2013 NRP Advanced Provider...

Respiratory Therapist (RCP) - Part Time -Varied Shift - Mercy SD

  • San Diego, CA
  • 10 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 10 days ago

Join our team as a Respiratory Therapist within our Respiratory Therapy department at Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego....

Respiratory Therapist (RCP) - Part Time - Mercy SD

  • San Diego, CA
  • 10 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 10 days ago

In collaboration with other caregivers, assesses, plans, implements and evaluates action for respiratory care....

Respiratory Therapist GS-0651-09

  • San Diego, CA
  • 13 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 13 days ago

Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes: (1) evaluating respiratory therapy patients; and (2) maintaining respiratory therapy equipment; and (3) administering respiratory...

Respiratory Therapist Full Time - CCHC

  • El Cajon, CA (18 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • El Cajon, CA (18 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 13 days ago

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

Respiratory Therapist (RCP) -Nights - Part Time - La Jolla

  • San Diego, CA
  • 24 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 24 days ago

Required Education/Course(s)/Training: Graduate of one or two year AMA School of Respiratory Care preferred....

Respiratory Therapist II - Respiratory Therapy

  • San Diego, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 30+ days ago

from a NBRC certified Respiratory Therapist Program will be accepted for employees hired before 10/1/2013 Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT), CRT if hired prior to 10/1/2013 NRP Advanced Provider...

Respiratory Therapist / Nurse

  • San Diego, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 45+ days ago

Offering $25 to $45 per hour Lincare is currently seeking a Respiratory Therapist / Nurse to join a growing team....

Respiratory Therapist

  • San Diego, CA
  • 90+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 90+ days ago

The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for managing patient ventilators and artificial airway devices. They will also educate patients and families on diagnosis, treatment and recovery....

Key Responsibilities As a Respiratory Therapist, you will be an integral part of our healthcare team, ensuring the delivery of specialized respiratory care....

Respiratory Therapist - FT

  • San Diego, CA
  • 90+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 90+ days ago

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

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Salary for Respiratory Therapist Jobs in San Diego, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Respiratory Therapists in San Diego, CA offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
42.8%
Bachelor's Degree
30.5%
Master's Degree
12.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.8%
Doctorate Degree
4.6%
High School or GED
4.3%
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 San Diego, 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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