Respiratory Therapist (RCP) - La Jolla
Scripps Health
Summary
This is a Full time, benefited, day shift position as an RCP at La Jolla Memorial hospital.
Job description
Job Responsibilities
In collaboration with other caregivers, assesses, plans, implements and evaluates action for respiratory care. Performs all technical, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures related to respiratory care. Performs other core responsibilities to maintain the flow of patient care. May provide additional patient care within their scope of practice as permitted by licensure, certificate or training. Utilizes computer systems in performing position duties. Adheres to hospital and departmental policies and procedures. Participates in quality control, preventative maintenance and performance improvement activities.
Experience/Specialized Skills
- Prefer one or more years acute care experience
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Enjoys working with the public
- Must be able to speak, read, and follow instructions in English
- Technically competent in the department skills inventory
- Computer literate
Required Certification/Registration
- Current California RCP license required
- Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS certification required
Required Education/Course(s)/Training
Graduate of one or two year AMA School of Respiratory Care preferred.
Requirements
- Current California RCP license required
- Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS certification required
- Must be able to speak, read, and follow instructions in English
- Computer literate
- Technically competent in the department skills inventory
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Enjoys working with the public
- Prefer one or more years acute care experience
- Graduate of one or two year AMA School of Respiratory Care preferred
Benefits
- Professional development programs
- Transitional programs
Company overview
Scripps Health is a prominent nonprofit healthcare system based in San Diego, California, recognized as one of the region's largest and most comprehensive medical providers. Founded in 1924, the organization operates five acute-care hospital campuses across San Diego County, along with numerous outpatient clinics, urgent care centers, and affiliated physician groups. Scripps is renowned for its clinical excellence, consistently ranking among the nation's top hospitals in various specialties including cardiology, orthopedics, and cancer care. The system maintains strong affiliations with leading academic institutions and operates the Scripps Research Translational Institute, which focuses on genomic medicine and personalized healthcare. As a community-focused organization, Scripps Health provides a full continuum of care from primary and preventive services to complex specialty treatments and emergency care, serving over 700,000 patients annually. The system is also a major teaching institution with residency and fellowship programs across multiple medical specialties.