Respiratory Therapist
Central Valley Specialty Hospital·Modesto, California
Central Valley Specialty Hospital·Modesto, California
The Respiratory Therapist performs skilled respiratory therapy treatments as ordered by a physician, which includes setting up and operating respiratory equipment and performing blood gas analysis. This role also involves maintaining equipment, setting up long-term ventilators, and assisting the cardiac arrest team when necessary.
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About Us: Central Valley Specialty Hospital is the only Long Term Acute Hospital within 90 minutes of Modesto.
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We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Respiratory Therapist to join our dynamic healthcare team. We are committed to fostering a supportive and family-oriented work environment. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of patients, possess the necessary qualifications, and thrive in a collaborative setting, we invite you to join our team.
Under general supervision performs skilled respiratory therapy work of average difficulty in delivering treatments to patients as ordered by a physician; may give instruction to others in the proper use and care of equipment; and does related work as required. This is the journey level class in the Respiratory Care Practitioner series. An employee in this class is responsible for fully skilled administration of respiratory therapy and treatment to patients. Work may include training, serving as a lead worker or giving guidance to less experienced personnel.
Possession of a valid Respiratory Care Practitioner license issued by State of California Respiratory Care Board. Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from an accredited provider.
Candidates must possess a valid Respiratory Care Practitioner license issued by the State of California Respiratory Care Board, along with current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Basic Life Support (BLS) certifications. This position is classified as the journey level in the Respiratory Care Practitioner series.
Market context
California hospitals and specialty units continue to seek respiratory therapists with experience across acute care, cardiac testing, and neonatal settings. This role is competitive because it requires a current California Respiratory Care Practitioner license plus CPR, ACLS, PALS, and NRP certifications, along with hands-on familiarity with ECGs, stress testing, holter monitors, and NICU procedures. If you are considering applying, confirm your certifications and highlight any cross-functional experience; the job requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original description, saving you research time.