Respiratory Care Practitioner
commonspirit
Respiratory Care Practitioner
commonspirit· Respiratory Therapy
About this role
Where You’ll Work
Founded in 1955, Dignity Health - Northridge Hospital Medical Center is a 394-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located. Serving over 80,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including a Level II Trauma Center, heart care, cancer care and women’s health. It is the only pediatric trauma center in the San Fernando Valley.
Additionally, Northridge Hospital Medical Center has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. It is a Joint Commission-certified Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center and has been recognized as one of America’s 50 Best Hospitals by Healthgrades in 2026.
One Community. One Mission. One California
Job Summary and Responsibilities
As our Respiratory Therapist, you will provide essential direct patient care, assessing, treating, and managing patients with respiratory disorders. Your role is vital for improving patient outcomes.Every day, you will assess respiratory status, implement treatment plans (oxygen, ventilation, airway management), and educate patients/families. You'll document interventions and collaborate with physicians and medical staff.To be successful in this role, you must demonstrate strong clinical skills, critical thinking, and equipment proficiency. Excellent communication for patient interaction and interdisciplinary collaboration, plus a commitment to safety and continuous development, are essential.
Responsibilities:
- Applies clinical knowledge and expertise for coordinating patient care by regularly planning and evaluating the respiratory care of patients.
- Demonstrates effective respiratory care judgment and a working knowledge of the respiratory process.
- Guides interdisciplinary team members by supervising respiratory interventions and assisting with related tasks.
- Provides leadership by establishing priorities and coordinating respiratory care.
- Documents and communicates all observed symptoms, reactions, treatments, and changes in the patient's condition to the appropriate member of the interdisciplinary health care team.
- Coordinates plan of care with other members of the interdisciplinary health care team to achieve desired goals and outcomes.
Job Requirements
Required
- Graduate of a two (2) year AMA accredited Respiratory Therapy Program
- A minimum 1 year primary work experience as a Respiratory Therapist or have successfully completed a student rotation at NHMC
- Respiratory Care Practitioner: CA
- Basic Life Support - CPR
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Fire Safety, within 90 Days
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the salary disclosed for the Respiratory Care Practitioner position at commonspirit?
The salary for this Respiratory Care Practitioner role at commonspirit is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Is the Respiratory Care Practitioner role at commonspirit full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a OTHER position. It is posted as a Respiratory Care Practitioner role in the Respiratory Therapy department at commonspirit.
Which team or department does the Respiratory Care Practitioner at commonspirit belong to?
This Respiratory Care Practitioner position is part of the Respiratory Therapy department at commonspirit. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Respiratory Care Practitioner position at commonspirit?
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When was the Respiratory Care Practitioner job at commonspirit posted?
This Respiratory Care Practitioner position at commonspirit was posted on Jul 20, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Respiratory Care Practitioner
commonspirit
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