At UCLA Mattel Hospital, our people are here for more than a career. They’re committed to elevating the lives of everyone they come into contact with. It’s only possible when you’re passionate about what you do and where you get to do it. As a key member of our team, you’ll be able to use your unique experience to help support positive patient experiences within Respiratory Therapy.
In this role, you will lead and support staff to achieve departmental goals and enhance processes within our service line. You will coordinate and educate team members on the latest evidence-based practices across all acute care areas, assessing and evaluating quality and workflow to ensure high standards of care. You will oversee department resources in daily operations and provide management support in the Director of Respiratory Care’s absence.
Salary Range: $52.16 - $115.66 Hourly
* 5 years of relevant respiratory therapy leadership experience
* Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential and currently certified Respiratory Care Practitioner, State of California
* Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy or related field
* Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) (American Heart Association or American Red Cross)
* Demonstrate strong clinical expertise with a solid understanding of clinical practice, procedures, and related equipment.
* Knowledge of healthcare regulations, including HIPAA, JCAHO standards, infection control practices, and other regulatory requirements.
* Ability to lead staff, coordinate schedules, and manage departmental operations
* Skill in assessing patient needs, prioritizing interventions, and providing guidance to staff.
* Effectively communicate with physicians, nurses, patients, and families; facilitate interdisciplinary teamwork.
* Ability to educate staff on new techniques, equipment, and policies.
* Resolve staffing, equipment, or patient care issues efficiently.
* Managing departmental finances, supplies, and equipment inventory.
* Lead quality‑improvement efforts that enhance patient outcomes and operational efficiency.
* Resolve interpersonal conflicts within teams and across departments with professionalism and care.
* Perform well under pressure and make timely decisions in urgent or high‑stress situations.
* Build a positive team environment by motivating staff, supporting morale, and fostering professional growth.
Preferred:
* Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certificate (ACLS)
* Neonatal Resuscitation Program Certificate (NRP)
For more than half a century, UCLA Health has provided the best in healthcare and the latest in medical technology to the people of Los Angeles and throughout the world.
Comprised of Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, UCLA Medical Center Santa Monica, Resnick Neuropsychiatric Hospital at UCLA, UCLA Mattel Children's Hospital, UCLA West Valley Medical Center and the UCLA Medical Group with its wide-reaching system of primary-care and specialty-care offices throughout the region, UCLA Health is among the most comprehensive and advanced healthcare systems in the world.
Our physicians are world leaders in the diagnosis and treatment of complex illnesses, and our hospitals are among the best in the country. Consistently ranked one of the top ten hospitals in the nation and the best medical center in the western United States by U.S. News & World Report, Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center is at the cutting edge of biomedical research, and our doctors and scientists are leaders in performing pioneering work across an astounding range of disciplines, from organ transplantation and cardiac surgery to neurosurgery and cancer treatment, and bringing the latest discoveries to virtually every field of medicine.
