Respiratory Therapist I/II/III/IV - Shift - Cardiopulmonary Services

14 days ago
California$29.41 - $54.94/hrFull TimeRespiratory Therapy

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Job Description

About the Role

Join Kern Medical as a Respiratory Therapist – PM Shift, Hospital Setting in United States.

Key Responsibilities

  • and the use of more complex treatment techniques.
  • This level may be assigned off-site to perform duties that are consistent within this classification.
  • This level works under supervision and carries out routine medical technical therapeutic and diagnostic procedures.
  • RT III: This is the advanced journey level in the Respiratory Therapist flexible classification series.

Requirements

  • site to perform duties that are consistent within this classification. Essential Functions:
  • Administers IPPB therapy.
  • Performs humidity and aerosol therapy.
  • Administers medical gas and pulmonary drainage procedures.

Benefits & Compensation

  • Salary: $29.41 - $54.94/hr

Work Schedule

  • Full-Time position.
  • No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.

Apply to join Kern Medical as a Respiratory Therapist – PM Shift, Hospital Setting.

Key Skills

Respiratory TherapyMechanical VentilationCardiopulmonary ResuscitationAerosol TherapyPulmonary DrainageBedside Lung Function StudiesIncentive SpirometryInfection ControlAseptic TechniquesPatient CareCritical CareVentilator ManagementElectrocardiographyClinical Documentation
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Position Insights

Respiratory Therapy — Psychologist Career Context

This Respiratory Therapy position at Kern Medical is open to psychologist candidates.

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Compensation Analysis

This position also offers production-based compensation: $54000 per hourly. Production bonuses can significantly increase total earnings above the stated base salary range.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in California.

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Respiratory Therapy, Mechanical Ventilation, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, Aerosol Therapy, Pulmonary Drainage, Bedside Lung Function Studies, Incentive Spirometry, Infection Control. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Respiratory Therapy role.

Core responsibilities: The Respiratory Therapist performs routine and complex medical technical, therapeutic, and diagnostic procedures including mechanical ventilation and cardiopulmonary resuscitation. They are responsible for documenting patient care, maintaining equipment, and responding to emergency calls throughout ...

Benefits package: Holidays, Vacation, Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Shift Differentials, New Hire Premium. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

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About Kern Medical

Hospitals and Health Care
Bakersfield, CA
2-5

Benefits & Perks

Holidays
Vacation
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Shift Differentials
New Hire Premium

Job Details

Employment Type

Full-time

Posted

14d ago