Respiratory Therapist - Ventilator & SNF Care

Bellevue Post Acute; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Bellevue Post-Acute in Bellevue, WA is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide high-quality respiratory care to residents in our skilled nursing facility. The RT will set up, operate, and monitor respiratory therapy equipment in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.

The role requires an accredited Respiratory Therapy degree, state license, NBRC credential, and BLS certification. Experience with ventilator management and geriatric populations is preferred; CPR readiness and

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current Washington State Respiratory Therapist license.
• NBRC credential and BLS certification (ACLS preferred).
• 1+ year of clinical respiratory care experience preferred; SNF/long-term care experience a plus.
• Ventilator management and tracheostomy care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer physician-prescribed respiratory therapy treatments including oxygen therapy, ventilator support, nebulizer therapy, and chest physiotherapy.
• Monitor, assess, and document residents' respiratory status, treatment outcomes, and progress.
• Perform pulmonary function tests, pulse oximetry, and ventilator weaning assessments.
• Respond promptly to emergency situations, including CPR.
• Clean, sterilize, and maintain respiratory therapy equipment.
• Educate residents and families on respiratory care, equipment use, and self-management strategies.
• Participate in interdisciplinary care planning and collaborate with nursing, therapy, and medical staff.
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA, OBRA, and state/federal long-term care regulations.
• Provide compassionate, resident-centered care while respecting resident rights, dignity, and confidentiality.

Skills

Respiratory care

Communication skills

Documentation

Teamwork

Critical thinking

Education

Respiratory Therapy degree

Washington State license

NBRC credential

BLS certification

Job description

Bellevue Post-Acute in Bellevue, WA is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide high-quality respiratory care to residents in our skilled nursing facility. The RT will set up, operate, and monitor respiratory therapy equipment in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.

The role requires an accredited Respiratory Therapy degree, state license, NBRC credential, and BLS certification. Experience with ventilator management and geriatric populations is preferred; CPR readiness and