Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Therapy, Shift, Per Diem

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Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Therapy, Variable Shift, Per Diem at Island Health

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Respiratory Therapist – Per Diem (Variable Shift)

Anacortes, WA

0.0 FTE / Per Diem | Variable Shifts

$36.65 – $54.97 per hour

• Nights – $2.75 per hour
• Evenings – $2.25 per hour
• Weekends – $2.00 per hour

• Set up and manage ventilators, non-invasive ventilation devices, oxygen delivery systems, and aerosol therapy
• Perform diagnostic testing, including ECGs, pulmonary function testing, and arterial blood gas analysis
• Initiate and document Respiratory Assessment Protocols, communicate findings, and collaborate with physicians on treatment plans
• Provide airway clearance therapies, breathing exercises, and patient education
• Inspect and maintain respiratory equipment for safe operation
• Participate in patient transport while monitoring respiratory status
• Arrange and coordinate home oxygen services following hospital protocol
• Complete daily billing/charging procedures accurately within Meditech

• Current Washington State License to practice as a Respiratory Care Practitioner
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential from NBRC
• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification
• Strong clinical judgment, communication skills, and commitment to patient-centered care

At Island Health, you’ll find more than a job — you’ll find a community.

• Supportive, team-based culture focused on collaboration and quality
• Access to continuing education and professional growth opportunities
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (for benefit-eligible roles)
• Differential pay for evenings, nights, and weekends
• Recognition programs celebrating excellence in patient care

Join our award-winning team and make a difference — one breath at a time.