Respiratory Therapist, San Francisco - Full-time (PM Shift)
Listed compensation
$93.3K - $113.7K
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Job Description
Job DetailsJob Location: San Francisco, CA 94117Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $93,263.04 - $113,724.00 SalaryJob Shift: NightFounded in 1954 as Center Medical Hospital, Kentfield Hospital- now a subsidiary of American Advanced Management-is a Long-Term Acute care Hospital (LTACH) serving patients across two locations in Marin County and San Francisco.
Our 60-bed facilities specialize in caring for individuals with critical or chronic complex medical conditions who require extended recovery periods.
Kentfield Hospital offers a comprehensive range of services, including cardiac care, neuro recovery, respiratory support, advanced wound care and physical/occupational therapy. Each patient receives a personalized treatment plan designed to support their unique recovery journey.
We are proud to hold The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval for Hospital Accreditation, reflecting our commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. At Kentfield, we work in close partnership with patients and families to help achieve the best possible outcomes.
JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for providing efficient, quality-oriented patient care within the scope of the department's policy/procedure manual.
Performs support activities such as equipment maintenance, changes, inventory, and sets up and operates various types of respiratory care equipment to be utilized in the diagnosis and treatment of respiratory disease and/or illness.
This position is based in our San Francisco location and we're looking for full-time candidates for PM shift. New RT Graduates are encouraged to apply! ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to identify and implement components of the respiratory process. Identify learning needs and teach patients and families.
Ability to communicate and collaborate with a variety of teams and individuals. Working knowledge and ability to apply professional standards of practice in job situations.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Graduate of a Respiratory Therapy program required. Current, valid, and active license to practice as a Registered Respiratory Therapist or Certified Respiratory Therapist in the state of employment required. Current BLS and ACLS certifications from the American Heart Association.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS: One (1) year critical care and/or artificial airway and ventilator care experience preferred. Ability to project a professional image. Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements. Strong organizational, prioritizing and analytical skills.
Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant. Working knowledge of computer and software applications used in job functions. Freedom from illegal use of and effects of use of drugs and alcohol in the workplace.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSURES, REGISTRATIONS: Current, valid, and active license to practice as a Registered Respiratory Therapist or Certified Respiratory Therapist in the state of employment required. Documented proof of obtained degrees for regulatory compliance purposes.
Current BLS and ACLS certification from the American Heart Association required. ATTENDANCE: Regular and punctual attendance. LANGUAGE SKILLS: English is the primary language of the facility.
Ability to read and write, communicate clearly with co workers and customers and to respond to appropriate questions regarding work process or work product.
Key Responsibilities
Responsible for providing quality-oriented patient care and performing support activities such as equipment maintenance and inventory management. Operates respiratory care equipment to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of respiratory diseases and illnesses.
Requirements
Requires graduation from a Respiratory Therapy program and an active license as a Registered or Certified Respiratory Therapist. Candidates must hold current BLS and ACLS certifications from the American Heart Association.
Key Skills
Respiratory Therapy Career Context
Of the 40 active Respiratory Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 48% have no call, 60% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$103k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $93k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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