CCT Respiratory Therapist
Listed compensation
$80k-$100k
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Job Description
Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: Glendale - Los Angeles, CA 90065Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 Salary/yearCritical Care Transport Respiratory Therapists provide advanced respiratory care and direct patient care during interfacility ambulance transports.
Working alongside specially trained EMTs and other healthcare professionals, CCT RTs care for critically ill and medically complex patients, including those requiring mechanical ventilation and other advanced respiratory support.
Our team is equipped with state-of-the-art equipment and modern technology to support safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care throughout transport. Candidates must have minimum 2 years ER or ICU experience within the past 18 months
Key Responsibilities
Provide safe, compassionate, and professional respiratory care throughout patient transport. Provide direct care to patients requiring mechanical ventilation and advanced respiratory support. Serve as a patient advocate and represent Premier Ambulance professionally in all settings.
Maintain compliance with applicable laws, regulations, treatment protocols, company policies, and CCT program standards. Maintain thorough knowledge of treatment protocols, response requirements, and quality assurance procedures.
Monitor patients and recognize changes in clinical condition, responding appropriately to emergent situations. Communicate effectively with receiving facilities, healthcare professionals, the Nurse Manager, and members of the transport team.
Report significant changes in patient condition, unusual occurrences, and other concerns promptly. Demonstrate sound clinical judgment and the ability to manage unexpected or complex situations. Prioritize multiple responsibilities while maintaining patient safety and quality of care.
Work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. Maintain strict confidentiality and discretion when handling sensitive patient information. Employee
Benefits
Competitive compensation Daily overtime after 8 hours worked Weekly pay! 401(k) plan with employer match Medical, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off Flexible scheduling Certification assistance Continuing education and skills training Full uniforms provided State-of-the-art equipment and technology Opportunities for professional development and career advancement Collaborative team environment A workplace focused on patient care, professionalism, and teamwork Qualifications
Candidates must possess the following: California Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential Minimum of 2 years of critical care experience
- Required Minimum of 2 years of ER or ICU experience within the past 18 months
- Required AHA BLS - Required AHA ACLS
- Required AHA PALS
- Required Previous respiratory therapy experience
- 1year Preferred
Key Responsibilities
Provide advanced respiratory care and direct patient support during interfacility ambulance transports for critically ill patients. Maintain compliance with treatment protocols while monitoring patient conditions and communicating effectively with healthcare teams.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a California Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential and possess at least 2 years of ER or ICU experience. Required certifications include AHA BLS, ACLS, and PALS.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates CCT Respiratory Therapist at PREMIER AMBULANCE a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Critical Care Medicine (Respiratory Therapy) — ranked against 39 active Critical Care Medicine (Respiratory Therapy) listings on WeekdayDoc.
Critical Care Medicine Career Context
Of the 40 active Respiratory Therapist listings this role was benchmarked against, 48% have no call, 65% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$90k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $81k 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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