Respiratory Therapist, Full Time - Night Shift (0.9 FTE)

Summit Pacific Medical Center•Elma, WA

2d•$40 - $58•Onsite

About The Position

The Respiratory Therapist (RT) is a licensed healthcare professional responsible for assessing, treating, monitoring, and caring for patients with cardiopulmonary conditions. The RT provides respiratory care in accordance with physician orders, departmental policies, and applicable regulatory requirements while maintaining high standards of clinical practice and patient safety. Working collaboratively with the interdisciplinary healthcare team, the RT delivers safe, evidence-based care across patient populations and care settings. The role also supports efficient operations and a positive work environment in alignment with Summit Pacific Medical Center’s mission, vision, and values. This is a 0.9 FTE position working contract 12-hour shifts in a 40-hour work week. A $5,000 sign-on bonus is offered with a two-year commitment. The position is located in Elma, Washington.

Requirements

Graduate of a CoARC-accredited associate or bachelor’s degree program in Respiratory Therapy.
At least two years of directly relevant experience in an acute care environment.
Current, active, unrestricted Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license issued by the Washington State Department of Health.
Current credential as a Registered or Certified Respiratory Therapist through the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA).
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications required within 30 days of hire.
Knowledge of cardiopulmonary anatomy, physiology, pathology, respiratory therapy modalities, equipment, and treatment techniques.
Knowledge of mechanical ventilation, oxygen delivery systems, non-invasive ventilation, infection prevention, patient safety, and applicable regulatory and professional standards.
Skill in respiratory assessment, administering respiratory therapies, troubleshooting respiratory equipment, and accurate, timely clinical documentation.
Ability to apply clinical judgment and critical thinking in routine and emergency situations; communicate effectively and collaborate with the healthcare team.
Ability to provide age-appropriate care, including understanding growth and development and differences in treatment techniques for pediatric, adolescent, and geriatric patients.
Knowledge of home respiratory therapy equipment, oxygen concentrations, and medication dosing for patients of varying ages.
Proficiency with current technology, including Microsoft Office; ability to learn and use electronic medical records, systems, and equipment.
Ability to work independently within professional scope, using judgment, problem-solving, organization, and prioritization skills.
Ability to meet the listed physical requirements, including frequent lifting and carrying of loads under 10 pounds, occasional lifting and carrying of loads weighing 10–35 pounds and over 35 pounds, frequent pushing or pulling of 0–35 pounds, frequent standing and walking, and occasional sitting, bending, stooping, and crouching.
Vision, hearing, and speech within normal range, with or without corrective devices.

Nice To Haves

Experience with acute care, critical care, mechanical ventilation, and emergency response preferred.
Pediatric and neonatal experience preferred.
Registered Respiratory Therapist credential preferred.

Responsibilities

Assess patients based on their condition and physician orders.
Provide respiratory care, including oxygen therapy, aerosolized medications, airway clearance techniques, and lung expansion therapies.
Manage and monitor invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation, including initiation, adjustments, and weaning according to protocols or physician orders.
Perform or assist with airway management procedures, including intubation assistance, artificial airway suctioning, and emergency airway support.
Conduct diagnostic procedures, including arterial blood gases, pulse oximetry, capnography, pulmonary function testing, and ECGs.
Respond to codes, rapid responses, respiratory distress, and other emergency events.
Document assessments, treatments, patient responses, and communications in the electronic medical record.
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, social workers, and other professionals during patient care conferences and discharge planning.
Educate patients and families about respiratory conditions, equipment, and treatment plans.
Clean and disinfect respiratory equipment and ensure it is operationally ready.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives, audits, and performance monitoring.
Comply with clinical protocols, policies, and regulatory requirements.
Maintain current licensure, certifications, and required competencies; practice within applicable professional and organizational standards.
Demonstrate accountability, professionalism, ethical conduct, flexibility, and effective, respectful communication.
Follow infection prevention, life safety, workplace safety, confidentiality, and HIPAA policies.
Participate in orientation, ongoing education, skills validation, mandatory training, departmental meetings, committees, and organizational initiatives.
Promptly report safety concerns, adverse events, and equipment issues; support precepting, mentoring, and teamwork as assigned.
Support a culture of safety, quality, accountability, continuous improvement, respectful collaboration, and cost-effective resource utilization.
Support accreditation, survey readiness, and performance improvement efforts.