Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Respiratory Therapy

Employee Benefits Package

Medical insurance (multiple plan options)

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• Prescription drug coverage

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match

• Life insurance (basic and supplemental)

• Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) coverage

• Long-term disability insurance

• Short-term disability insurance

• Paid time off (PTO)

• Sick leave

• Paid holidays

• Bereavement leave

• Jury duty leave

• Career Development

• Tuition reimbursement

• Continuing education opportunities

• Internal promotion opportunities

• Accident insurance

• Pet insurance

• Administer respiratory therapies, including oxygen therapy, aerosol medications, chest physiotherapy, and mechanical ventilation.

• Monitor patient responses and document clinical observations and treatment outcomes.

• Perform diagnostic procedures such as arterial blood gas analysis and pulmonary function testing.

• Respond to emergency codes and provide airway management, including intubation support and resuscitation.

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans.

• Educate patients and their families on respiratory therapies, equipment use, and home care when needed.

• Maintain accurate records and comply with hospital policies, safety regulations, and infection control standards.

Education and Work Experience

1. State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) License required.
2. Current BCLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current.
3. Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) required.
4. 2 years experience as an RCP preferred.
5. ACLS certificate within 60 day of hire and maintain current.
6. NRP certificate preferred.
7. PALS certificate within 60 days of hire and maintain current.
8. Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree required. If there is no Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science Degree, a high school diploma or equivalent is required

Why Join Shasta Regional Medical Center?

Shasta Regional Medical Center is a 226-bed acute care facility serving Northern California. The hospital offers a comprehensive range of services and is recognized among the nation's 50 Top Cardiovascular Hospitals by Watson Health. It holds an 'A' Grade from Leapfrog Group and is Joint Commission Certified for Stroke, Hip/Knee, and Diabetes. The hospital is a Five Star recipient for treatment of heart failure and respiratory failure and is named among the top 5% in the nation for patient safety.

Shasta Regional Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. Benefits may vary based on collective bargaining agreement requirements and/or the employment status, i.e. full-time or part-time. The current compensation range for this role is $42.53 to $58.87. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.