
Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Care Practitioner
Hiring bonus: up to $250 — Health Advocates Network pays new hires who apply through this link. Terms are set by the agency.
- Agency
- Health Advocates Network
- Location
- Vacaville, CA
- Job type
- Contract
- Profession
- Respiratory Therapist
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Jun 16, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $38.00
- Weekly
- $1,520
- Yearly (full-time)
- $79,040
This job pays about $38.00/hour — 25% below the median for Respiratory Therapist jobs in California ($50.40/hour).
Estimated from the hourly rate in the listing, 40 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Respiratory Therapist jobs in California right now
- 34 open Respiratory Therapist jobs in California from 5 agencies, 2 of them in Vacaville.
- Pay in these listings: $33.09 – $116/hour, median $50.25/hour.
- Typical Respiratory Therapist pay in California: $50.40/hour ($104,832/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: TLC Nursing & Allied ($52.45/hour across 22 jobs).
Job description
Respiratory Care Practitioner - Vacaville, CA
Pay Rate: $38 / hour
Join our team and make a meaningful impact by delivering exceptional care in a professional healthcare setting. We're looking for a dedicated and compassionate healthcare professional who is committed to providing high-quality patient care.
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Why You'll Love Working With Us
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Quick & Easy Application - Apply anytime, anywhere with our enHANce app.
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Referral Rewards- Receive referral bonuses for eligible healthcare professionals you refer.($800 referrer / $200 referee)
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Personalized Support - Work with a dedicated recruiter committed to your success.
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Exclusive Employee Benefits - Enjoy free continuing education (CEUs) exclusive marketplace discounts, hotel savings, pet insurance, and Employee Assistance Program.
Shift Details
- Full Time Schedules
- Some weekends may be required
- 8 or 12 hour shifts available depending on the facility
- Contract Position (flexible with shift availability is a plus)
- Mon/Tues/Thurs/Friday 8am-6:30pm
Respiratory Therapist (RT) Duties & Responsibilities:
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Assess, treat, and monitor patients with respiratory and cardiopulmonary conditions.
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Administer oxygen therapy, aerosol medications, and respiratory treatments.
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Operate and monitor ventilators and other respiratory support equipment.
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Perform diagnostic testing, including pulmonary function tests and arterial blood gas sampling.
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Respond to respiratory emergencies and participate in rapid response or code teams.
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Educate patients and families on respiratory care, medications, and equipment use.
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Monitor patient response to therapy and report changes to the healthcare team.
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Maintain accurate documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR).
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Ensure compliance with infection control, safety protocols, and regulatory standards.
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Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes.
Minimum Qualifications
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Current, valid, and unrestricted CA license/certification in good standing, as required for the position.
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Minimum of 1 year of recent experience as a Respiratory Therapist.
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CDCR and EHRS experience; Basic computer skills, fully vaccinated preferred.
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Copy of current, completed Primary Source Verification (PSV) from the appropriate licensing board or verification agency, if required.
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Copy of all current required certifications and compliance documents (e.g., .BLS, N95 fit test, immunization records, TB test, or other client-specific requirements).
Benefits
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Competitive Pay
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Health, Dental, Vision, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance (eligibility begins after 60 days)
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401(k) Retirement Plan
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Travel Stipends for Qualified Candidates
Ready to Get Started?
Apply through this job posting and submit your most recent resume.
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