UCSF Health
Respiratory Therapist, Per Diem - Days
UCSF Health, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Job Summary
The Respiratory Therapist provides a full range of diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory care services to patients of all age groups. Responds to cardiopulmonary emergencies, providing airway maintenance and manual and mechanical ventilatory support using a variety of devices and techniques. Administers therapeutic gases, inhaled aerosol medications and humidity therapy. Obtains, reviews, and interprets data and assesses the need for and response to respiratory care interventions and consults with medical and nursing personnel to optimize patient care planning. Performs arterial blood gas analysis and a variety of cardiopulmonary diagnostic procedures. Provides patient and family instruction in respiratory therapy self‑administration and proper use of equipment and supplies.
Salary Hourly rate: $75.31. See UCSF compensation portal for detailed salary range and benefits.
Required Qualifications
Valid and Current California Respiratory Care Board Respiratory Care Practitioner License.
Current Registered Respiratory Therapy (RRT) Certificate from NBRC.
Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations.
Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program and eligible to sit for the Registered Respiratory Therapist examination of the National Board of Respiratory Therapy.
Strong communication and leadership skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within intra- and interdepartmental teams.
Ability to establish and maintain productive and positive working relationships with internal and external customers.
Knowledge and abilities essential to perform required procedures and assessments.
Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience and demonstrated abilities in:
Critical or emergency care
Implementation and application of patient‑driven protocols
License/Certification
Valid and Current California Respiratory Care Board Respiratory Care Practitioner License.
Current Registered Respiratory Therapy (RRT) Certificate from NBRC.
Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Current Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification (applies to UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Mission Bay Campus).
About UCSF At UCSF Health, our mission of innovative patient care, advanced technology and pioneering research is redefining what’s possible for the patients we serve. Consistently ranked among the top 10 hospitals nationwide by U.S. News & World Report, UCSF Health offers a rewarding work experience and opportunities for professional growth. UCSF values professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – the PRIDE values. We are committed to equity, nurturing a welcoming and supportive culture and engaging diverse ideas for culturally competent education and patient care.
Equal Employment Opportunity The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
Job Details
Job Code: 009051 REG RESP THER PD
Job Category: Allied Health
Bargaining Unit: American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees – Patient Care Technical Unit (AFSCME-EX)
Employment Type: Per Diem
Location: San Francisco, CA – Mission Bay (SF)
Shift: Days, Weekends, Variable – 12 Hours, Monday-Friday; Weekends; Variable
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Salary Hourly rate: $75.31. See UCSF compensation portal for detailed salary range and benefits.
Required Qualifications
Valid and Current California Respiratory Care Board Respiratory Care Practitioner License.
Current Registered Respiratory Therapy (RRT) Certificate from NBRC.
Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations.
Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program and eligible to sit for the Registered Respiratory Therapist examination of the National Board of Respiratory Therapy.
Strong communication and leadership skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within intra- and interdepartmental teams.
Ability to establish and maintain productive and positive working relationships with internal and external customers.
Knowledge and abilities essential to perform required procedures and assessments.
Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience and demonstrated abilities in:
Critical or emergency care
Implementation and application of patient‑driven protocols
License/Certification
Valid and Current California Respiratory Care Board Respiratory Care Practitioner License.
Current Registered Respiratory Therapy (RRT) Certificate from NBRC.
Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Current Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification (applies to UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Mission Bay Campus).
About UCSF At UCSF Health, our mission of innovative patient care, advanced technology and pioneering research is redefining what’s possible for the patients we serve. Consistently ranked among the top 10 hospitals nationwide by U.S. News & World Report, UCSF Health offers a rewarding work experience and opportunities for professional growth. UCSF values professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – the PRIDE values. We are committed to equity, nurturing a welcoming and supportive culture and engaging diverse ideas for culturally competent education and patient care.
Equal Employment Opportunity The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
Job Details
Job Code: 009051 REG RESP THER PD
Job Category: Allied Health
Bargaining Unit: American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees – Patient Care Technical Unit (AFSCME-EX)
Employment Type: Per Diem
Location: San Francisco, CA – Mission Bay (SF)
Shift: Days, Weekends, Variable – 12 Hours, Monday-Friday; Weekends; Variable
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