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Respiratory Therapist (RT) – In-Home High Acuity Care
Location: Santa Cruz, CA (In-Home Care Setting)
Schedule:
- Shifts available: Sunday through Saturday
- Day Shift: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Night Shift: 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM
- 12-hour shifts
- 1099 contractor position
Compensation: $60/hour
Start Date: ASAP
About the Role:
Vidamo Specialized Respiratory Services is hiring Respiratory Therapists to provide in-home care for a ventilator- and trach-dependent individual in Santa Cruz, CA. This is a high-acuity, one-on-one care setting. The ideal candidate is proactive, dependable, and versatile, ready to support both respiratory needs and general bedside care in collaboration with nurses.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver hands-on bedside respiratory care and continuous monitoring
- Perform routine and emergency trach care (suctioning, stoma care, trach collar support)
- Manage and troubleshoot ventilator (Vivo 45 LS) and oxygen systems
- Support nurses during full bedside care routines
- Maintain accurate documentation for all assessments and interventions
- Participate in emergency response situations, including decannulation
- Monitor and maintain all respiratory equipment and supplies
- Assist with transport to community outings, medical appointments, and emergencies
- Educate family and caregivers on safety protocols and equipment usage as needed
Ideal Candidate:
- Proactive, takes initiative, and is solution-oriented
- Comfortable with high-acuity care and emergency response
- Willing to assist with all aspects of bedside and home care
- Strong communicator and team player who works well with nursing staff
Qualifications:
- Valid California RCP license
- Current BLS certification (ACLS preferred)
- Minimum 1 year of experience with vent/trach-dependent patients
- Ability to support mobility and transport in/out of the home
- TB clearance, COVID-19 vaccination, and background check required
- Reliable transportation to Santa Cruz, CA
To Apply:
Please email your resume and indicate shift availability. Qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview and onboarding.