Respiratory Therapist (Relocation to Seattle)

Kalesta Healthcare Group; Helena (MT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Sign-on bonus

Competitive pay

Flexible scheduling

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay

Supportive leadership and team-focused

Job summary

Kalesta Healthcare Group seeks a skilled Respiratory Therapist (RT) in Washington state to support residents’ respiratory care alongside nursing and therapy staff. This full-time role emphasizes patient-centered care and collaborative planning to achieve optimal outcomes.

You will perform treatments, monitor status, document interventions, and educate residents and families while maintaining equipment and contributing to personalized care plans.

Qualifications

• Current Washington State license/certification as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP).
• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program (CRT or RRT preferred).
• Experience with tracheostomy care and ventilator management strongly preferred.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Compassionate, dependable, and resident-focused.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory therapy treatments per physician orders, including nebulizer treatments, suctioning, oxygen administration, etc.
• Assess and monitor residents’ respiratory status, promptly reporting changes to the nursing and medical team
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of treatments, interventions, and resident response
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to create individualized care plans for residents with respiratory needs
• Educate residents, families, and staff on respiratory care techniques and equipment
• Ensure proper cleaning, maintenance, and functionality of respiratory therapy equipment

Skills

Tracheostomy care

Ventilator management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Compassionate patient care

Education

Respiratory Therapy program graduate (CRT/RRT preferred)

Tools

Ventilator equipment familiarity

Job description

Relocation Assistance + Sign-On Bonus!

*Relocation to Washington

Respiratory Therapist (RT)

Seattle, Washington

Full-Time

About Us

We are committed to providing exceptional post-acute and long-term care in a supportive, resident-centered environment. Our facilities are passionate about helping residents regain independence, manage chronic conditions, and enjoy the highest possible quality of life.

Position Summary

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Respiratory Therapist (RT) to join our care team's in Washington. This role plays a key part in supporting residents with respiratory needs and working closely with nursing and therapy staff to ensure optimal outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory therapy treatments per physician orders, including nebulizer treatments, suctioning, oxygen administration, etc.

• Assess and monitor residents’ respiratory status, promptly reporting changes to the nursing and medical team

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of treatments, interventions, and resident response

• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to create individualized care plans for residents with respiratory needs

• Educate residents, families, and staff on respiratory care techniques and equipment

• Ensure proper cleaning, maintenance, and functionality of respiratory therapy equipment

Qualifications

• Current Washington State license/certification as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP)

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program (CRT or RRT preferred)

• Experience with tracheostomy care and ventilator management strongly preferred

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

• Compassionate, dependable, and resident-focused

What We Offer

• Competitive pay

• Flexible scheduling (FT, PT, and PRN available)

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (for eligible employees)

• 401(k) with company match

• Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay

• Supportive leadership and a collaborative, team-focused work environment

Join Our Team!

If you are a skilled RT looking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others, we would love to meet you.

Work Location: Washington, United States