Respiratory Therapist

Position Summary The Respiratory Care Practitioner is responsible for delivery of skilled respiratory care modalities and interventions to designated patient populations with cardiopulmonary system deficiencies and abnormalities, which requires the use of advanced practitioner skills to intervene in complex patient care situations. This position requires specialized training and experience to perform independent, professional respiratory care, ventilator management, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, and clinical evaluation of care, including the establishment of therapy and treatment objectives, and the review of care based on the age and needs of the patient. The role operates independently, under limited supervision. Internal contacts include patient care staff and management. External contacts include patients, families, physicians, outside health care providers, and other organizations. Requirements FTE: 0.6, Shift: Day, Schedule: Tuesday Wednesday Thursday 8am-5pm Graduate of AMA approved Respiratory Therapy Training program Certified (CRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) with the State of Washington Registry eligibility notice to sit for RRT exam from NBRC required Advanced cardiac life support credential required within 90 days of hire depending on age of the population served: ACLS, NRP, PALS Health Care Provider level CPR certification Minimum one (1) year of acute care experience in the field of respiratory therapy and critical care as CRT preferred Pay and Benefit Expectations We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. The pay scale is $29.28 - $42.14 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors such as skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant's years of experience align. Associated benefit information can be viewed here. #J-18808-Ljbffr