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 (CRT)

  • Templeton, CA
  • 12 days ago
  • Templeton, CA
  • 12 days ago

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

Travel Allied-Respiratory Therapist, ICU

  • Eureka, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Eureka, CA
  • 1 day ago

Perform diagnostic tests such as arterial blood gas analysis and pulmonary function testing to evaluate lung performance....

Local Allied-Respiratory Therapist, ICU

  • Eureka, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Eureka, CA
  • 2 days ago

Perform diagnostic tests such as arterial blood gas analysis and pulmonary function testing to evaluate lung performance....

Travel Allied-Respiratory Therapist, NICU

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 13 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 13 days ago

Respiratory Therapist - NICU We are seeking a skilled Respiratory Therapist to join our Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) team....

Respiratory Therapist

  • Ukiah, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • Ukiah, CA
  • 7 days ago

Hospitals on Incredible Health are actively hiring and accepting applications for Respiratory Therapists in the Ukiah Valley area. - Shift(s) available: day shift, mid shift, and night shift - Job types...

Travel Respiratory Therapist - $1,763 per week

  • San Luis Obispo, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • San Luis Obispo, CA
  • 3 hours ago

Skyline Med Staff Allied is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in San Luis Obispo, California....

Registered Respiratory Therapist

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 3 hours ago

Required Qualifications: + Completion of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program....

Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

  • Vallejo, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Vallejo, CA
  • 3 hours ago

Respiratory Therapists perform diagnostic tests and you must collaborate with the care team to create a treatment plan....

Respiratory Therapist (CRT)

  • Parker Dam, CA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Parker Dam, CA
  • 5 hours ago

Job Type: Full-Time Who We Are: People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Havasu Regional Medical Center is a 171-bed...

Senior Respiratory Care Practitioner

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 14 hours ago

therapy depicted by the respiratory care practitioner license under the supervision of the medical director....

Respiratory Care Practitioner / Subacute

  • Sun Valley, CA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Sun Valley, CA
  • 16 hours ago

Set-up and maintain mechanical ventilation as ordered by a physician. Assist in ventilator weaning and discontinuance as ordered by a physician....

Respiratory Therapist II - 12 Hour Day

  • CA
  • 16 hours ago
  • CA
  • 16 hours ago

Req ID : 10978 Working Title : Respiratory Therapist II - 12 Hour Day Department : Respiratory Therapy Business Entity : Cedars-Sinai Medical Center Job Category : Therapy / Rehab Job Specialty : Respiratory...

Registered Respiratory Therapist - RRT

  • Eureka, CA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Eureka, CA
  • 18 hours 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...

Registered Respiratory Care Practitioner, Per Diem

  • Marysville, CA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Marysville, CA
  • 19 hours ago

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

Travel Respiratory Therapist - $2,786 per week

  • Palo Alto, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Palo Alto, CA
  • 1 day ago

Medical Solutions Allied is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Palo Alto, 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
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 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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