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JobsHealthcare Jobs in CaliforniaRespiratory Therapist Per Diem Days

Pays $34.55-$43.82/hr — Respiratory Therapist market median is ~$86k (26 jobs) · Above average in Respiratory Therapy for work-life (5.1/10, vs 3,672 in this specialty)

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Kindred Healthcare
Brea, California

Respiratory Therapist Per Diem Days

Respiratory Therapist Above average in Respiratory TherapyPer Diem
Posted 1h ago · Verified live

About the Role

Per diem respiratory therapist role at a 48-bed hospital in Brea, CA. Day shift, no nights. Hourly pay $34.55-$43.82.

Join Kindred Healthcare as a Respiratory Therapist Per Diem Days in Brea, California, United States.

Benefits & Compensation

  • Pay rate: $34.55 - $43.82/hr.
  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • 401(k)
  • FSA/HSA
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Wellness Program

Work Schedule

  • Per Diem position.
  • No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.

Apply to join Kindred Healthcare as a Respiratory Therapist Per Diem Days.

Key Responsibilities

The Respiratory Therapist will plan, implement, and evaluate diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory services for patients with cardiopulmonary disorders. They are responsible for operating life support equipment, monitoring patient progress, and providing clinical education to staff and families.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an Associate Degree from an accredited respiratory therapy program and possess at least one year of general clinical experience. A Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential is required, with Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) status preferred.

Qualifications

Education
Associate degree

Key Skills

Respiratory therapyClinical assessmentOxygen therapyMedical gas therapyAerosol therapyHumidification therapySuction therapyPatient monitoringEquipment maintenanceStaff educationDischarge planningInterdisciplinary collaborationDocumentationTroubleshootingSafety regulations

Position Insights

AI ANALYSIS

This role scores 5.1/10 on work-life balance for Respiratory Therapist roles.

Career trajectory: This position offers advancement within 2-3 years. The compensation analysis shows this employer pays...

Benefits analysis: Compared to 26 similar roles, this listing's benefits package ranks...

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Benefits & Perks24 jobs

401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
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Relocation assistance
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Sign-on bonus
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Visa sponsorship
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About Kindred Healthcare

Hospitals and Health Care
Louisville, KY
10,000+ employees
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Benefits & Perks

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k)
FSA/HSA
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Wellness Program

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