NICU & PEDS Registered Respiratory Therapist

3M HEALTHCARE; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 56,481 - 93,676; Full time

Job summary

MultiCare in Tacoma, WA seeks a Respiratory Care Practitioner to deliver advanced respiratory care, including ventilator management and diagnostic procedures, operating with limited supervision. You will collaborate with patient care staff and physicians to optimize therapy and outcomes.

The role requires an AMA-approved education, RRT, WA license, NBRC eligibility, ACLS/NRP/PALS, CPR, and at least one year of acute care experience.

Qualifications

• Graduate of AMA approved Respiratory Therapy Training program.
• Registered (RRT) by NBRC.
• Licensed as an RCP with the State of Washington.
• NBRC eligibility to sit for RRT exam.
• ACLS, NRP, PALS credentials within required timeframes.
• Health Care Provider CPR certification.
• Minimum one year of acute care experience in respiratory therapy/critical care.
• Internal candidates may be considered if they meet other criteria.

Responsibilities

• Deliver skilled respiratory care modalities and interventions.
• Manage ventilator therapy and diagnostic/therapeutic procedures.
• Conduct clinical evaluation of care and establish therapy objectives.
• Work independently with limited supervision and coordinate with staff.
• Engage with patients, families, and physicians as needed.

Skills

ACLS/NRP/PALS

CPR certification

Acute-care experience

Education

AMA approved Respiratory Therapy Training program

Job description

Join a team that shares your calling At MultiCare, you’re more than just a job title — you’re part of a team built on trust that cares for each other, our patients and our communities. Belonging here means living our mission and values every day. If your purpose and passions align with ours, you’ll find a place to grow, do meaningful work and build a career you love in a community that feels like home.

$7,500 Sign-On Bonus for experienced external candidates that have 1+ year of experience or more - this comes with a 2 year agreement!

Life in the Pacific Northwest

FTE: 0.9, Shift: Nights, Schedule: Rotating Weekends

Position Summary

The Respiratory Care Practitioner is responsible for the 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. This position 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

• Graduate of AMA approved Respiratory Therapy Training program
• Registered (RRT) 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
• Consideration may be given to internal candidates not meeting the minimum education qualifications

Why MultiCare

• Rooted in the local community – Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years.
• Growth and education – Competitive tuition assistance, award‑winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in you.
• Well‑being and support – Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared in your work and life.
• Living our values – Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other.
• Belonging for all – Resource Groups and outreach programs help ensure every team member feels safe, seen, heard and valued.
• Pacific Northwest lifestyle – Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life.

Pay and Benefit Expectations

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $40.83 - $67.48 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: 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.