Position Overview:
Join a dedicated healthcare team as a Registered Respiratory Therapist providing vital respiratory assessment, support, and treatment in acute care, emergency, and outpatient settings. This role primarily involves night shifts with 12-hour rotations, delivering expert care in a dynamic environment within the Pacific Northwest region.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer emergency respiratory interventions including artificial respiration and cardiopulmonary resuscitation assistance.
• Monitor patients' physiological responses such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry, collaborating with physicians when adverse reactions arise.
• Perform diagnostic tests including arterial blood gases (ABGs) and electrocardiograms (EKGs).
• Operate and manage respiratory devices like high flow oxygen systems, BiPAP, mechanical ventilators, aerosol generators, and environmental control systems according to prescribed treatment parameters.
• Provide training and support to clinical staff within your area of expertise.
• Work collaboratively with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient care and assist with medical procedures.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of patient information and ensure accurate documentation in both written and electronic formats.

Education & Experience:

• Associate degree from an accredited Respiratory Care Program is required.
• Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from NBRC.
• State Respiratory Therapist license applicable to the Pacific Northwest region.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications obtained within 90 days of hire.
• Experience in critical care settings is essential.

Professional Requirements:

• Adherence to all regulatory and licensing requirements.
• Dependability in attendance and timely completion of assigned duties.
• Commitment to organizational mission, ethics, and goals.
• Excellent communication skills, demonstrating courtesy, respect, and helpfulness toward patients, visitors, and colleagues.

Benefits & Compensation:
Competitive salary starting between the beginning and midpoint of the range based on qualifications and experience, with annual incremental increases. Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision coverage, retirement plan with employer match, life and disability insurance, AFLAC, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance programs, potential bonuses, gym membership, tuition reimbursement, and student loan repayment opportunities.