Respiratory Care Practitioner III — Critical Care Leader

Johns Hopkins Hospital; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

Tuition assistance

Collaborative environment

Benefits package

Job summary

The Johns Hopkins Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner III to deliver advanced respiratory care to adult patients in critical and intensive care settings. You will act as a clinical and technical resource, supporting care during high-acuity situations and mentoring staff to uphold safety and quality across the department.

Ideal candidates hold an RT degree from a CoARC-accredited program, NBRC RRT, Maryland license, and BLS/ACLS certifications, with 5+ years of relevant

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy from a CoARC-accredited program.
• NBRC RRT credential and Maryland license required.
• BLS and ACLS certifications in good standing; 5+ years of critical care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced respiratory care to adult patients, including critical and ICU settings.
• Serve as a clinical and technical resource for staff and departments.
• Support respiratory care during high-acuity emergencies and pandemics.
• Mentor staff and promote quality, safety, and operational readiness.

Skills

Critical care experience

Mentoring staff

Education

Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy

CoARC-accredited RT program

NBRC RRT credential

Maryland license

BLS certification

ACLS certification

Job description

The Johns Hopkins Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner III to deliver advanced respiratory care to adult patients in critical and intensive care settings. You will act as a clinical and technical resource, supporting care during high-acuity situations and mentoring staff to uphold safety and quality across the department.

Ideal candidates hold an RT degree from a CoARC-accredited program, NBRC RRT, Maryland license, and BLS/ACLS certifications, with 5+ years of relevant