Respiratory Therapist - La Jolla - 138407

#138407 Respiratory Therapist - La Jolla Extended Deadline: Thu 7/9/2026 Under supervision, the Respiratory Therapist administers all general Respiratory Therapy procedures including humidity and aerosol therapy, lung inflation maneuvers, and pulmonary secretion clearance methods. Initiates, monitors, troubleshoots, and maintains patients on continuous ventilatory support. Administers pharmacological agents and performs CPR. Performs invasive and non-invasive monitoring and diagnostic techniques for specific critical care areas. Works independently within the ICU, ER, and floor care areas. Ability to assist with department and organization education activities. Adheres to Department and Medical Center's Policies and Procedures and UCSD Core Values and C I Care Program guidelines.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Two (2) year advance practice RT Education Program/AS Degree. Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT). Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) issued by the state of California. Respiratory Advanced Training (RAT) or Basic Life Support (BLS) at time of hire with commitment to get RAT within 6 months of hire date. PALS/NRP obtained within 6 months of hire date. Be self-directed and able to work independently with limited supervision. Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail. Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing and be able to articulate complex ideas for all levels of audiences. Possess the personal characteristics of professionalism, credibility, commitment to high standards, innovation, discriminating judgment and accountability.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

BS degree in related field. Previous directly related experience in a large complex healthcare setting. Respiratory Advanced Training (RAT I). Respiratory Advanced Training (RAT II).

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs. Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.

PAY TRANSPARENCY ACT

Annual Full Pay Range: $99,639 - $123,923 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%) Hourly Equivalent: $47.72 - $59.35 Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law. Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr University of California San Diego