Respiratory Therapist

Commonspirit; Federal Way (WA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a Respiratory Therapist in Federal Way, WA. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality respiratory care and monitoring patients' conditions. This role requires effective communication, strong clinical skills, and relevant certifications. If you are passionate about patient care and have the necessary qualifications, we invite you to apply.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved school of Respiratory Therapy.
• One year recent clinical experience in Respiratory Care.

Responsibilities

• Performs respiratory patient care including Aerosol Therapy and Vent Care.
• Monitors patients for adverse reactions and takes corrective action.
• Continuously evaluates and assesses the cardiopulmonary condition of patients.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships

Knowledge of respiratory patient care practices

Ability to perform respiratory therapies efficiently

Education

Graduation from an approved school of Respiratory Therapy

One (1) year recent clinical experience in Respiratory Care

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Responsibilities

1. Performs respiratory patient care including Aerosol Therapy, ABGs, ETTs, Bronchus, ECGs, CPT, Vent Care, CPAP/BIPAP therapy, and other Respiratory Care Procedures in accordance with safety, risk management, and procedural standards.
2. Monitors patients for adverse reactions and takes corrective action.
3. Attends high-risk deliveries and C/sections to provide patient care within scope of practice.
4. Under the direction of a Provider, performs activities related to ventilator/CPAP/Airway management, surfactant replacement, and other modalities of respiratory care within scope of practice.
5. May be required to perform EEG studies.
6. Continuously evaluates and assesses the cardiopulmonary condition of patients using physical examination, respiratory monitoring, and diagnostic equipment.
7. Determines the effectiveness of therapy and recommends changes to physicians and managers.
8. Communicates patient assessments to nursing and other staff appropriately.
9. Documents all work activities in applicable computer systems, including billing.
10. Participates in transferring equipment and supplies, maintains and restocks supplies and equipment.

Qualifications

Education/Work Experience Requirements

• Graduation from an approved school of Respiratory Therapy.
• One (1) year recent clinical experience in Respiratory Care.
• Experience in the specialty area is preferred.

Job Knowledge/Abilities

• Knowledge of respiratory patient care practices, standards, techniques, and tools.
• Knowledge of Virginia Mason Franciscan Health standards, legal issues, and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to perform respiratory therapies and procedures efficiently and effectively.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to read, understand, and communicate in English.
• Proficiency with office equipment and automated systems.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Licensure/Certification

• License to practice as a respiratory care practitioner in Washington State.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification.
• Current BLS certification.
• ACLS certification within six months of hire.
• PALS within 6 months of hire (12 months for hires before March 1, 2024).
• NRP within 6 months of hire.
• Hyperbaric Medicine staff to attend specialized training and obtain relevant certifications.

Overview

Virginia Mason and CHI Franciscan Health have united to deliver high-quality care through a system with nearly 300 sites, including 11 hospitals and nearly 5,000 providers, focused on community health and well-being.

Pay Range

$34.58 - $51.65 per hour