Adult Respiratory Therapist

CommonSpirit Health; Tacoma (WA); Sur place; USD 51 000 - 86 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health seeks a Respiratory Therapist to join an established RT team delivering specialized cardiopulmonary care. You will perform aerosol therapy, ABGs, ventilator management, oxygen therapy and external ventilation support, applying assessment skills and care plans in routine and emergent situations.

You will collaborate with physicians and nursing staff, monitor patients for adverse reactions, and ensure high-quality respiratory care in a busy hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved school of Respiratory Therapy.
• One (1) year recent clinical experience in Respiratory Care.
• Respiratory Care Practitioner license from WA state, required at hire.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) required at hire.
• BLS required; ACLS and PALS within specified timeframe.

Responsabilités

• Performs respiratory patient care including Aerosol Therapy, ABGs, ETTs, Bronchus, ECGs, CPT, Vent Care, CPAP/BIPAP and other respiratory procedures.
• Monitors patients for adverse reactions and takes corrective action.
• May perform EEG studies.
• Evaluates and assesses cardiopulmonary condition using data from exams, monitoring, and diagnostics.
• Determines effectiveness of therapy and communicates recommendations to physicians/manager.
• Communicates patient assessment to nursing and other staff.

Formation

Graduate from approved school of Respiratory Therapy

Clinical experience (1 year) in Respiratory Care

WA Respiratory Care Practitioner license

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Basic Life Support (CPR)

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

Description du poste

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As a Respiratory Therapist, you will join an established team of RTs who share your passion for delivering highly specialized cardiopulmonary care to patients experiencing breathing issues. You'll be instrumental in providing a range of treatments from breathing techniques and nebulizer treatments to ventilator management, oxygen therapies, and external ventilation support. Every day you will apply your keen assessment skills and critical thinking to manage diverse patient needs, develop and execute effective care plans, and ensure calm, focused intervention in both routine and emergent situations. To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate a strong sense of urgency, unwavering calm under pressure, and the ability to anticipate outcomes. Your dedication to patient well-being and exceptional problem-solving abilities will drive success in this vital role.

• Performs respiratory patient care to include Aerosol Therapy, ABGs, ETTs, Bronchus, ECGs, CPT, Vent Care, CPAP/BIPAP therapy and other Respiratory Care Procedures in accordance with all department safety, risk management and procedural standards.
• Monitors patients for adverse reaction, and takes corrective action.
• May performs EEG studies.
• Continually evaluates and assesses the cardiopulmonary condition of patients using data acquired from physical examination, respiratory monitoring, and diagnostic equipment.
• Determine the effectiveness and/or need for change in the therapy being administered and make recommendations to the physicians and/or Manager regarding treatment.
• Communicates patient assessment to nursing and other staff, as appropriate.
• Job Requirements*Required
• Graduation from an approved school of Respiratory Therapy and One (1) year recent clinical experience in Respiratory Care that demonstrates attainment of the requisite job knowledge skills/abilities, upon hire and
• Respiratory Care Practitioner: WA, upon hire and
• Registered Respiratory Therapist, upon hire and
• Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire and
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support, within 6 - months and
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support, within 6 - months

Preferred

• Work experience in the specialty area

Where You’ll Work

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area. Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person - body, mind, and spirit - in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth. Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care. We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.

Pay Range

$37.24 - $62.56 /hour