Respiratory Care Practitioner – $10,000 Sign-On Bonus Available

Global Placement Firm•Seaside, OR

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Global Placement Firm is conducting a confidential search for an experienced Respiratory Care Practitioner to provide high-quality respiratory therapy services in an established hospital serving patients and families in Seaside, Oregon. The practitioner will work with a multidisciplinary healthcare team and deliver care in accordance with departmental standards, clinical policies, and treatment protocols. The role involves assessing respiratory status, providing treatments and interventions, monitoring patient response, documenting care, and communicating with the healthcare team. The position is full-time, permanent, and has a 0.9 FTE day schedule. A $10,000 sign-on bonus is available to eligible external hires and rehires subject to qualification and payment requirements. The salary range is $68,440–$106,273 annually. Relocation assistance may be considered for an ideal candidate. The hospital environment is collaborative and patient-focused, with an emphasis on compassionate, whole-person care, professional development, inclusion, and employee well-being.

Requirements

Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Active Oregon Respiratory Care Practitioner license, required upon hire.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association, required upon hire.
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification through the American Heart Association, required upon hire.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification through the American Heart Association, required within 90 days of hire.
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification through the American Academy of Pediatrics, required within 90 days of hire.
Approximately 1–2 years of relevant respiratory care experience.
Strong understanding of respiratory therapy practices, patient assessment, and clinical treatment protocols.
Excellent communication, organizational, and patient care skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary healthcare environment.
Commitment to patient safety and professional clinical standards.
Ability to meet Oregon respiratory care licensing requirements and required certification timelines.
Candidates must not require employment visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Previous respiratory therapy experience in an acute care hospital environment.
Experience caring for patients with a variety of respiratory conditions.
Familiarity with respiratory care equipment, monitoring systems, and therapeutic procedures.
Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary clinical teams.
Demonstrated commitment to patient-centered and whole-person care.
Strong critical-thinking and clinical decision-making abilities.
Prior formal management experience is not required.
Relocation assistance may be considered for an ideal candidate.

Responsibilities

Perform respiratory care services according to departmental standards, policies, and protocols.
Provide respiratory therapy treatments and interventions based on patient needs and established care plans.
Assess patients’ respiratory status and monitor their responses to prescribed treatments.
Support patients requiring respiratory care across applicable hospital service areas.
Maintain clinical accuracy, patient safety, and quality of care.
Evaluate respiratory conditions and help implement appropriate therapeutic interventions.
Monitor patient progress and communicate changes in respiratory status to the healthcare team.
Provide respiratory support and treatment in accordance with physician orders and hospital protocols.
Use clinical knowledge and professional judgment to support positive patient outcomes.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation of respiratory care services.
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
Communicate respiratory assessments, treatments, and patient progress effectively.
Participate in coordinated care activities that promote patient safety and clinical effectiveness.
Follow hospital policies, respiratory therapy protocols, and applicable regulatory requirements.
Maintain required professional licenses and certifications.
Follow infection prevention, patient safety, and clinical documentation standards.
Participate in continuing education, professional development, quality improvement, and patient care initiatives.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Retirement savings plan with employer matching and discretionary contributions.
Paid time off, with up to 25 days annually for eligible employees.
Paid parental leave and other applicable leave benefits.
Tuition reimbursement and educational assistance, including qualifying tuition-paid programs and up to $5,250 annually for select degree programs.
Employee counseling and coaching resources.
Life and disability insurance.
Employee wellness and support programs.
Free and convenient employee parking.
Potential $10,000 sign-on bonus for eligible external hires and rehires, subject to qualification and payment requirements.
Potential relocation assistance for an ideal candidate.
Access to clinical education, continuing education, professional development, and career advancement resources.