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Respiratory Therapist 2

University of California - San Francisco
$68.37 - $85.76
United States, California, San Francisco
1 Shrader Street (Show on map)
Apr 07, 2026
The Clinical Respiratory Therapist II is responsible for the assessment of respiratory patients with acute and chronic illnesses, to ensure delivery of clinically appropriate respiratory care procedures as prescribed by the medical staff for neonate, pediatric, adolescent and adult patients. The Clinical Respiratory Therapist II serves as a role model and resource providing clinical leadership and service coordination that assures consistently high-quality care and facilitating continuous improvement in respiratory care services. The Clinical Respiratory Therapist II is responsible for providing patient care and assessment; interdisciplinary consultation; staff, patient, family, and community education; and performance monitoring. The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.
Required Qualifications
Minimum one year experience Strong communication and leadership skillsDemonstrated ability to collaborate and work effectively within intra and inter departmental teamsAbility to establish and maintain productive and positive working relationships with internal and external customers and co-workersPossess the knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position, including, but not limited to:Expert knowledge of clinical respiratory care assessment and therapeutic modalities for the clinical area(s) assignedExpert knowledge and experience in the application of ventilator supportPatient and family educationExperience in planning and conducting Inservice education and trainingFlexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations as needed


Preferred Qualifications
One year of neonatal/pediatric acute and intensive care preferredPrior Experience and demonstrated abilities in:Adult, Pediatric, or Neonatal critical careQuality Improvement processesClinical EducationImplementation and application of patient-driven protocols.
About UCSF
The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.
Pride Values
UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.
In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available here.
Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Salary Information


The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.


Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.


To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

Required Qualifications:

  • Minimum one year experience
  • Strong communication and leadership skills
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate and work effectively within intra and inter departmental teams
  • Ability to establish and maintain productive and positive working relationships with internal and external customers and co-workers
  • Possess the knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position, including, but not limited to:
    • Expert knowledge of clinical respiratory care assessment and therapeutic modalities for the clinical area(s) assigned
    • Expert knowledge and experience in the application of ventilator support
    • Patient and family education
    • Experience in planning and conducting Inservice education and training
  • Flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations as needed

Preferred Qualifications:

  • One year of neonatal/pediatric acute and intensive care preferred
  • Prior Experience and demonstrated abilities in:
    • Adult, Pediatric, or Neonatal critical care
    • Quality Improvement processes
    • Clinical Education
    • Implementation and application of patient-driven protocols

License/Certification:

  • Current and valid California Respiratory Care Practitioner License.CA RCP
  • Credentialed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Therapy
  • BLS, NRP required
  • Current basic life support for healthcare providers (HCP) certification. In addition:
    • Pediatric Clinical Team Leaders - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
    • Neonatal Clinical Team Leaders - Neonatal Resuscitation Program
    • Adult Clinical Team Leaders - Advanced Cardiac Life Support
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