Respiratory Care Practitioner
Sutter Health
OaklandFull timePosted 9/16/2026
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Organization:
ABSMC-Summit Campus
Position Overview:
This position is one of performing Respiratory Therapy modalities in a progressive health care environment. On a day-to-day basis, the therapist will often have to perform technical procedures on complex life support systems, and make on the spot decisions that affect patient care In a wide variety of settings from neonatal to geriatric. The therapist also has the responsibility for assuring that all prescribed therapy is performed with quality.
Job Description:
EDUCATION
• Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma.
• HS Diploma
• Other: Graduate from an accredited school of Respiratory Therapy
CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE
• RCP-Respiratory Care Practitioner
• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
• Active membership in the A.A.RC. (American Association for Respiratory Care) recommended.
• Active membership in the C.S.R.C. (California Society for Respiratory Care) recommended License or Certification.
• Must have, present and maintain current valid license from Respiratory Care Examining Committee.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AS TYPICALLY ACQUIRED IN
• One or more years experience in the practical application of Respiratory Therapy under medical supervision.
• With experience In the practical application of Respiratory Therapy procedures under medical direction.
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
• Demonstration of proficiency during clinical rotation in accredited school of Respiratory Therapy.
• Must present valid license from Respiratory Care Board or Certificate of Completion from accredited Respiratory Therapy Program and a valid work permit.
Job Shift:
Nights
Schedule:
Part Time
Shift Hours:
8
Days of the Week:
Variable
Weekend Requirements:
Every other Weekend
Benefits:
Yes
Unions:
Yes
Position Status:
Non-Exempt
Weekly Hours:
32
Employee Status:
Regular
Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines.
Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
Pay Range is $56.56 to $71.80 / hour
The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.
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