Respiratory Therapist Jobs in California

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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Travel Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

  • Fusion Medical Staffing
  • San Luis Obispo, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Luis Obispo, CA
  • 2 days ago

Required Qualifications: One year of recent experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from the NBRC Valid respiratory therapy license in compliance...

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Neonatal Intensive Care Unit - Respiratory Therapist

  • Trusted Health
  • San Luis Obispo, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • San Luis Obispo, CA
  • 4 days ago

Respiratory Therapist) Skills Checklist: Yes References: Yes Certifications: Pediatric Advanced Life Support, Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support, Registered Respiratory Therapist, Neonatal Resuscitation...

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Travel Respiratory Therapist

  • Titan Medical Group
  • San Luis Obispo, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • San Luis Obispo, CA
  • 5 days ago

Travel Respiratory Therapist Weekly Gross Pay: $1866.00 - $2066.00 Location: San Luis Obispo, CA, United States Start date: 6/22/2026 Assignment length: 13 Weeks Minimum years of relevant experience...

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Respiratory Therapist

  • Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Bakersfield
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 1 day ago

Respiratory Therapist Career Opportunity Join Encompass Health's Respiratory Care Family: A Career of Impact Are you in search of a career that resonates with your heart and community?...

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Respiratory Therapist - Full-Time Night Shift

  • Select Medical Corporation
  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 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

Rcp II

  • Common Spirit Health
  • San Bernardino, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • San Bernardino, CA
  • 2 hours ago

Job Requirements Required Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program....

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Respiratory Therapist Per Diem Days

  • Kindred Healthcare, Inc
  • Brea, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Brea, CA
  • 2 hours ago

Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) Required; Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) preferred. Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) required for those in supervisory positions....

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Respiratory Care Practitioner II

  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Fresno, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Fresno, CA
  • 2 hours ago

Weans/modifies mechanical ventilation according to assessment and physician orders. Assists with or performs extubation. Conducts patient education and disease management....

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Field Respiratory Therapist (RT)

  • AdaptHealth LLC
  • Modesto, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Modesto, CA
  • 3 hours ago

Therapist - Ventilator Support The Respiratory Therapist Vent is a Field Clinician who delivers specialized respiratory care to ventilator dependent patients in home and alternate care settings....

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Respiratory Therapist I (RT) - Respiratory Therapy

  • Rady Children's Hospital
  • San Diego, CA
  • 10 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 10 hours 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...

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Respiratory Care Practitioner

  • Kaiser Permanente
  • San Diego, CA
  • 10 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 10 hours ago

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

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Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - PFT

  • Tenet Health
  • Manteca, CA
  • 10 hours ago
  • Manteca, CA
  • 10 hours ago

The Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) Diagnostic provides services to inpatients and outpatients as directed by physicians....

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RESPIRATORY THERAPIST (RRT) NICU Full-Time Nights $10,000 SIGN ON BONUS

  • Northern Nevada Medical Center
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 11 hours ago

therapist is responsible for providing Respiratory Care services in accordance with specific physician's orders, department policies and procedures....

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Pediatric Respiratory Care Practitioner II - Respiratory Therapy

  • Memorial Health Services
  • Long Beach, CA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Long Beach, CA
  • 17 hours ago

Title\: Pediatric Respiratory Care Practitioner II Location\: Miller Childrens Hospital @ Long Beach Memorial Medical Center Department\: Respiratory Therapy Status\: Full Time Shift\: Days (12hr) Pay...

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Registered Respiratory Care Practitioner, Day Shift, Full-time

  • Castle Medical Center
  • Willits, CA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Willits, CA
  • 23 hours ago

Draws arterial blood gases per policy and physician order. Provides care to ventilator patients....

In Person Full Time

Demographic Data for California

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Salary for Respiratory Therapist Jobs in California

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Respiratory Therapist positions.



Highest Education Level

Respiratory Therapists in California 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 California
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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