Respiratory Care Practitioner

Department: Respiratory Therapy Union: CHEU Shift: 12-hour Shift

• Night (United States of America) Hours Per Pay Period: 72 Job Description: Range:$38.04-$57.13 Posting Date: 7/29/2026 Internal Closing Date: 8/4/2026 * Internal candidates must apply by midnight on the Closing Date in order to have bidding rights. Under the supervision of the Director, provides therapeutic respiratory modalities, emergency care and diagnostic tests related to the cardiopulmonary system of all patients throughout Palomar Health as per Chapter 83, Article I, Section 3702, the California Respiratory Care Practice Act 1999. Participates as a member of the clinical interdisciplinary team. Speak and read English at a level that is sufficient to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. Knowledge of standard office equipment (i.e., calculator, fax, photocopier) and personal computer and computer software skills (i.e., MS Windows, Excel, Access, Word, Powerpoint, internet, e-mail). Windows computer skills including proficient use of keyboarding, use of mouse or keys for functions such as selecting items, use of drop down menus, scroll bars, opening folders, copying and similar operations required upon employment or within the 1st two weeks of employment to perform the essential functions of the job. Performs other duties as assigned. Follows Palomar Health rules, policies, procedures, applicable laws and standards. Carries out the mission, vision, and quality commitment of Palomar Health. Job Requirements Minimum Education: As required by certification and/or licensure or licensed applicant Preferred Education: Not Applicable Minimum Experience: 0 - 6 months related experience Preferred Experience: 1 - 3 years related experience Required Certification: American Heart Association recognized BLS
• Healthcare Provider Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP) Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Respiratory Bronchoscopy Module within 90 days of hire RI & Radiation Safety within 90 days of hire restraint Skill Validation within 90 days of hire Preferred Certification: Not Applicable Required License: Valid CA Respiratory Care Practitioner License (RCP) Preferred License: Not Applicable We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against applicants or employees based on race, color, gender, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.