Registered Respiratory Care Practitioner - NICU

MultiCare Health System; Washington, Tacoma (District of Columbia, WA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Care Practitioner to join their dynamic team. This role involves delivering advanced respiratory care to patients, managing ventilators, and conducting diagnostic procedures. With a commitment to employee growth and a supportive environment, the organization offers a competitive compensation package, including a sign-on bonus. Join a mission-driven team focused on healing and community well-being in the scenic Pacific Northwest. This is a fantastic opportunity to advance your career while making a meaningful impact.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Competitive salary

Paid time off

Flexible schedules

Extensive opportunities for growth and education

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA-approved program and RRT certification required.
• Minimum one year of acute care experience in respiratory therapy.

Responsibilities

• Deliver skilled respiratory care modalities to patients with cardiopulmonary deficiencies.
• Manage complex patient care situations including ventilator management.

Skills

Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS)

Critical care experience

Ventilator management

Diagnostic and therapeutic procedures

Education

Graduate of an AMA-approved Respiratory Therapy Training program

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP)

Job description

You Belong Here.

At MultiCare, we strive to offer a true sense of belonging for all our employees. Across our healthcare network, you will find a dynamic range of meaningful careers, opportunities for growth, safe workplaces, and flexible schedules. We are connected by our mission - partnering and healing for a healthy future - and dedicated to the health and well-being of the communities we serve.

$7,500 Sign-On Bonus for any external experienced RRT with 1+ year of experience!

Amazing team to join! Here are some highlights:

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Comprehensive and supportive mentoring
• Extensive opportunities for growth and education through our system education department
• Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams
• Cross-train NICU/PICU
• Level 2 Trauma ER

FTE: 0.9, Shift: Night, Schedule: 12-hour shifts

Position Summary

The Respiratory Care Practitioner is responsible for delivering skilled respiratory care modalities and interventions to patients with cardiopulmonary deficiencies and abnormalities. This requires advanced practitioner skills to manage complex patient care situations, including ventilator management, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, and clinical evaluation of care, tailored to the patient's age and needs. The position operates independently with limited supervision and involves internal contacts with staff and management, and external contacts with patients, families, physicians, and other healthcare providers.

Requirements

• Graduate of an 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 to sit for the RRT exam from NBRC
• Advanced cardiac life support credential within 90 days of hire, depending on the patient population (ACLS, NRP, PALS)
• Health Care Provider level CPR certification
• Minimum one (1) year of acute care experience in respiratory therapy and critical care; CRT preferred

Consideration may be given to internal candidates not meeting all educational qualifications.

Our Values

As a MultiCare employee, you'll embody our core values: Respect, Integrity, Stewardship, Excellence, Collaboration, Kindness, and Joy. These principles guide our organization and influence how we provide patient care and interact with each other.

Why MultiCare?

• Belonging: We create a true sense of belonging for all employees
• Mission-driven: Dedicated to partnering for healing and a healthy future
• Market leadership: Washington state's largest community-based, locally governed health system
• Employee-centric: Named Forbes "America's Best Employers by State" for several years
• Technology: Recognized as "Most Wired" healthcare system for 15 consecutive years
• Leading research: MultiCare Institute for Research & Innovation with 40 years of groundbreaking research
• Lifestyle: Live and work in the scenic Pacific Northwest with breathtaking water, mountains, and forests

Pay and Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental, retirement benefits, and paid time off. The pay scale ranges from $39.26 to $64.88 USD, influenced by experience, skills, certifications, and education. Pay may be adjusted based on union contracts or other factors.

Benefit details can be viewed here.