CRT Respiratory Care Specialist — Growth & Collaboration

Carle Health; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Carle Health seeks a compassionate Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) with CRT credential to provide high‑quality respiratory care across patient ages and acuities. You will work with physicians, nurses, and other clinicians to support optimal patient outcomes in a collaborative, growth‑oriented environment.

The role emphasizes preparing to pass the registered therapist test within 1 year, ongoing professional development, and a mission‑driven team focused on exceptional patient care.

Qualifications

• Must hold an Associate’s Degree or Certificate of Completion in Respiratory Therapy.
• Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) in Illinois and NBRC Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT).
• BLS within 30 days; ACLS, NRP, PALS within 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Perform full range of respiratory care per physician orders.
• Interpret and execute orders; customize therapy per patient needs.
• Ventilator checks every 4 hours and PRN; adjust alarms as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Documentation

Education

Associate’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Certificate of Completion in Respiratory Therapy

Tools

Ventilator management

ABG testing

Job description

Carle Health seeks a compassionate Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) with CRT credential to provide high‑quality respiratory care across patient ages and acuities. You will work with physicians, nurses, and other clinicians to support optimal patient outcomes in a collaborative, growth‑oriented environment.

The role emphasizes preparing to pass the registered therapist test within 1 year, ongoing professional development, and a mission‑driven team focused on exceptional patient care.