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Respiratory Care Practitioner - Day Shift
Job Description
Schedule:
0.9 FTE (36 hours/week), day shift (0600-1830). Three 12-hour shifts per week. Why Jefferson Healthcare? Competitive salary Top 1% Benefits package in the state: medical, dental, vision, retirement, PTO, and more Outstanding work-life balance-work where you play Assistance with housing resources Opportunities for advancement and long-term growth What you'll need: Current Washington State Respiratory Therapist License required Graduate of an AMA-approved School of Respiratory Therapy required BLS, ACLS, and NRP certifications required Must stay current in knowledge base, certifications, and licenses indicated above, and meet Hospital-mandated education requirements One or more years of previous clinical experience preferred Labor and Delivery experience preferred Jefferson Healthcare is a DNV-accredited, 5-star rated Critical Access Hospital serving more than 25,000 residents through our hospital and six rural clinics. We're a top employer on the Olympic Peninsula-just a short trip from Seattle, Victoria, and Vancouver. Located in Port Townsend, named one of America's coolest small towns , you'll enjoy year-round festivals, outdoor adventures, incredible dining, and a warm, welcoming community.To apply:
Please visit our careers website at https://jeffersonhealthcare.org/healthcare-careers/ Open Until Filled. Jefferson Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.Disclaimer :
As part of Jefferson Healthcare's commitment to a safe and high-quality workplace, all candidates are required to complete pre-employment screenings, including a criminal background check, and for certain positions, a drug test. Screenings are conducted in accordance withRCW 43.43.815, RCW
43.43.830-.842, and RCW 49.44.240, as well as Jefferson Healthcare's Drug and Alcohol Policy. Roles designated as safety-sensitive may be tested under a standard or modified (non-THC) drug panel, consistent with Washington State law.Career Insights for Respiratory Therapist
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What they do
A Respiratory Therapist assists patients who have trouble breathing because of a chronic respiratory illness, trauma, or other conditions. Administers tests to diagnose breathing problems, performs treatments to help patients breathe easier, or sets up breathing equipment such as ventilators. Works closely with physicians and other healthcare workers, and may also assist in providing emergency care to patients suffering from heart attacks, drowning, or shock. Works in hospitals; may also provide care and counseling to patients in their homes.
$83,959 / year median in Washington
+12% projected growth