Respiratory Therapist (RCP)-Per Diem Varied
- PRN / per diem
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
- NRP
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California
2 openMURRIETA, CA (opens on this page)
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WILDOMAR, CA (opens on this page)
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How this pay compares
This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open respiratory therapist jobs in California post a median of $50.74 an hour, the middle half $44.52–$58.97, across 105 jobs that state their pay. Respiratory therapists employed in California earn a median of $50.40 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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About the job
Responsibilities Southwest Healthcare Inland Valley Hospital in Wildomar, California, is a licensed 122-bed facility accredited by the Joint Commission. It is Southwest Riverside County's only designated Trauma Center and a county-designated Paramedic Base Station. The hospital performs more than 4,000 surgeries a year, and has an average of 4,000 Emergency Department visits per month.
The hospital features a Bariatric Weight-Loss Surgery Center of Excellence and the region’s only Total Joint Center. Southwest Healthcare Rancho Springs Hospital in Murrieta, California, is a 120 bed acute-care hospital with the region's only Pediatric Emergency Services team (for children 14 and under) provided by board certified Rady Children’s emergency medicine physicians.
Rancho Springs Hospital also provides the area's only OB/Emergency Department program, which gives expectant mothers 24/7 on-site access to OB/GYN physician coverage. The Childbirth Center at Rancho Springs Hospital is the largest in the region and features spacious family-friendly private suites. Rancho's Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) is operated by Rady Children’s.
Employee may be required to float to the other facility within Southwest Health Rancho Springs and Inland Valley Hospital based on operational needs, with appropriate orientation and competency validation provided. Respiratory Therapist (RCP) A Respiratory Therapist assesses, treats, and manages patients with breathing and cardiopulmonary disorders.
They work with patients of all ages, from infants to the elderly, to restore and maintain optimal lung function. Their responsibilities include conducting diagnostic tests, developing and implementing treatment plans, administering respiratory therapies, and educating patients and their families. Job Duties/Responsibilities: Maintains all required licenses and certifications.
Completes required annual clinical competencies. Demonstrates/verbalizes the proper procedure for conducting Cardiac Diagnostic Testing - EKG’s. Demonstrates/verbalizes understanding of the indications/contraindications of Mechanical Ventilation. Demonstrates/verbalizes the proper procedure for assisting with bronchoscopies. Performs arterial blood gas sampling and analysis according to hospital policy.
Maintains ABG analyzers by performing routine maintenance and QC’s as needed. Ensures that all work is done in a safe and timely manner. Appropriately utilizes the chain of command for reporting any concerns or issues in a timely manner. Charts in a timely and professional manner. Ensures that all billing is complete and accurate. Completes oxygen rounds prior to completing their shift.
Conducts himself/herself in a professional manner at all times. Attends all staff meetings. Assists Supervisor/Director in performance improvement projects and data collection. Orders appropriate supplies as needed. Keeps up-to-date on current Respiratory Care Practices. Keeps clinical skills up-to-date at all times.
Other key responsibilities: , Medicated Nebulizer treatments, Oxygen therapy, Chest-Physio therapy, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, maintenance of equipment and supplies, and other duties as assigned.
RCP NICU In addition to items listed under “Respiratory Care Clinical Competency” the following provisions, in accordance with CCS guidelines, apply: Completion of a minimum of twenty (20) hours didactic training, specific to the care of the neonate Four (4) weeks of precepted neonatal clinical experience within a hospital-based facility providing NICU equivalent, or Community/Regional NICU Must possess NRP certification upon hire/entering New to NICU Training program RCP NICU may be required to provide on-call availability to ensure adequate 24/7 staffing (e.g. multiple deliveries) BENEFIT HIGHLIGHTS Challenging and rewarding work environment Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
About Universal Health Services Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) is one of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services. Since our founding in 1979, UHS has grown steadily into a premier Fortune 500® corporation perennially recognized by multiple esteemed national rating entities.
Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates inpatient acute care facilities, inpatient behavioral health facilities, outpatient and other facilities, nationwide virtual behavioral health services, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services with physical locations in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Ireland and United Kingdom. www.uhs.com. From Fortune, ©2025, 2026 Fortune Media IP Limited.
All rights reserved. Used under license. Qualifications 1. EDUCATION · High School graduate or equivalent · Must possess Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential granted by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) and maintain credential throughout employment tenure · Associates degree in Respiratory Therapy 2.
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES · Current RCP license from the state of California as a Respiratory Care Practitioner. · BLS Certification must be through the American Heart Association · ACLS Certification · NRP Certification · PALS Certification 3. EXPERIENCE · Minimum of 1 year of Acute and Critical Care experience as a Respiratory Care Practitioner preferred.
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We encourage you to refer to legitimate UHS and UHS subsidiary career websites to verify job opportunities and not rely on unsolicited calls from recruiters. Southwest Healthcare Inland Valley Hospital in Wildomar, California, is a licensed 122-bed facility accredited by the Joint Commission. It is Southwest Riverside County's only designated Trauma Center and a county-designated Paramedic Base Station.
The hospital performs more than 4,000 surgeries a year, and has an average of 4,000 Emergency Department visits per month. The hospital features a Bariatric Weight-Loss Surgery Center of Excellence and the region’s only Total Joint Center.
Southwest Healthcare Rancho Springs Hospital in Murrieta, California, is a 120 bed acute-care hospital with the region's only Pediatric Emergency Services team (for children 14 and under) provided by board certified Rady Children’s emergency medic
From Universal Health Services's job posting for MURRIETA, CA, checked 4 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About Universal Health Services
Universal Health Services is a hospital company based in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, with more than 102,000 (source: Universal Health Services, Universal Health Services, Inc. to Present at September Healthcare Conferences (PR Newswire, Aug 25, 2026)) employees, 30 (source: Universal Health Services, Universal Health Services, Inc. to Present at September Healthcare Conferences (PR Newswire, Aug 25, 2026)) acute care hospitals and more than 380 (source: Universal Health Services, Universal Health Services, Inc. to Present at September Healthcare Conferences (PR Newswire, Aug 25, 2026)) behavioral health inpatient facilities in 40 (source: Universal Health Services, Universal Health Services, Inc. to Present at September Healthcare Conferences (PR Newswire, Aug 25, 2026)) states, Washington, DC, Puerto Rico, Ireland and the UK. Source: Universal Health Services, Universal Health Services, Inc. to Present at September Healthcare Conferences (PR Newswire, Aug 25, 2026)
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