Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) / RRT Polysomnographer

We are seeking experienced and highly qualified Registered Respiratory Therapists (RRT) and Registered Respiratory Therapists with Polysomnography Certification to support the VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System under a federal contract. Providers will deliver high-quality respiratory and sleep diagnostic services in accordance with VA policies, Joint Commission standards, and the contract Statement of Work

Core Respiratory Therapy Responsibilities

Administer respiratory treatments including aerosolized medications, oxygen therapy, and airway clearance techniques

Perform airway management, including suctioning and tracheostomy care

Set up, manage, and monitor mechanical ventilation and non-invasive ventilation (CPAP, APAP, BiPAP)

Respond to rapid response and emergency situations as assigned

Educate patients and families on respiratory therapies and equipment

Accurately document patient care in required clinical and administrative systems

Polysomnography Responsibilities

Perform full-night and split-night polysomnography studies

Conduct CPAP titration studies when clinically indicated

Monitor and record EEG, EOG, EMG, EKG, airflow, oximetry, body position, and sleep stages

Perform electronic and manual scoring and maintain technical logs

Work under the clinical direction of Pulmonary and Respiratory Therapy leadership

Requirements

Required Education

Graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program

Polysomnography role: completion of an accredited sleep program

Licensure & Certifications

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – NBRC

Active California Respiratory Care license

CPR and ACLS certification (current)

Experience

Minimum 2 years of respiratory therapy experience

At least 1 year in critical care

Polysomnography role: 2 years of PSG experience

Polysomnography Credentials (One Required)

RPSGT (BRPT)

RST (AASM)

SDS (NBRC)

Benefits

We offer competitive pay, stable scheduling, and the opportunity to do meaningful clinical work in a professional environment. Our team supports you from onboarding through assignment completion so you can focus on what you do best, patient care.

Paid vacation or sick leave

Sign-on bonuses

Retirement plans

Health insurance

Paid time off & sick leave

Referral bonuses