Respiratory Care Practitioner

MultiCare Health System; Yakima (WA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical/dental benefits

Retirement plan

Job summary

MultiCare Yakima Memorial Hospital is hiring a Respiratory Care Practitioner to deliver skilled respiratory care, manage ventilators, and evaluate patient therapy in a high‑acuity setting. Independent practice with support from a collaborative team is required.

Requirements include AMA approved respiratory therapy training, NBRC CRT certification, WA state RCP license, and ACLS/NRP/PALS credentials within 90 days. Minimum 1 year acute care experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of AMA approved Respiratory Therapy Training program.
• Certified (CRT) by NBRC.
• Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) with the State of Washington.
• Registry eligibility to sit for RRT exam.
• ACLS/NRP/PALS credentials within 90 days where required.
• Heart care provider CPR certification.
• Minimum 1 year acute care experience; CRT preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver skilled respiratory care modalities and interventions.
• Provide ventilator management and diagnostic/therapeutic procedures.
• Perform clinical evaluation of care and establish therapy objectives.
• Collaborate with patient care staff, physicians and management.

Skills

CRT Certification

RCP license WA

ACLS within 90 days

CPR certification

Acute care experience

Ventilator management

Education

AMA approved Respiratory Therapy Training program

Job description

Join a team that shares your callingAt 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.

Join a team that shares your callingAt 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.

FTE: 0.9, Shift: Day, Schedule: Variable, 6:30am - 7:00pm

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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
• Certified (CRT) 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

About Yakima Memorial Hospital

MultiCare Yakima Memorial Hospital has served the Yakima Valley since 1950. This 226-bed, not-for-profit hospital features a multispecialty team across 20+ primary and specialty care locations, providing cardiac care, cancer care, pediatric trauma care, hospice and advanced care for children with special health needs. Clinicians here care for a diverse patient population and make a meaningful impact in a collaborative, supportive environment where teams are valued and patients are grateful.

About The Yakima Community

Yakima enjoys 300 days of sunshine a year and a valley setting surrounded by desert hills and mountains. The area offers endless outdoor activities, from hiking, mountain biking and fishing to skiing, rafting and camping. Residents also enjoy rivers, lakes and scenic trails just minutes from home, along with a lower cost of living and a welcoming community — perfect for those who love an active outdoor lifestyle.

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 $33.52 - $48.23 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.

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