Respiratory Therapist; RT

Job Summary

$45–$50 per hour
, based on experience

Evergreen Healthcare Group in the Hillsboro/Portland, Oregon area is seeking a skilled and compassionate Respiratory Therapist (RT) to provide high-quality respiratory care services to residents in a skilled nursing facility setting. The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for assessing, treating, and monitoring residents with cardiopulmonary conditions while ensuring compliance with physician orders, facility policies, and state and federal regulations.

• Conducts respiratory assessments and evaluates residents’ cardiopulmonary status.
• Administers respiratory therapies, including oxygen therapy, aerosol treatments, tracheostomy care, suctioning, and ventilator support as applicable.
• Monitors residents for changes in respiratory condition and promptly reports concerns to the interdisciplinary care team and attending physician.
• Develops, implements, and evaluates respiratory care plans in collaboration with nursing and medical staff.
• Ensures accurate and timely documentation of treatments, assessments, and resident responses in accordance with facility policy.
• Maintains and ensures proper operation, cleaning, and storage of respiratory equipment.
• Demonstrates knowledge of Medicare guidelines, skilled nursing regulations, and infection control standards.
• Provides education to residents, families, and staff regarding respiratory conditions, treatments, and equipment.
• Participates in quality assurance activities and supports regulatory survey readiness.

Required:

• Current Respiratory Therapist license in the State of Oregon
• Credentialed as RRT or CRT
• Current BLS certification

Preferred:

• Experience in a skilled nursing, long-term care, or post-acute setting
• Experience with tracheostomy and ventilator-dependent residents

• Private Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Daily Pay – Hard Work Pays Off On the Daily!
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Training & Development Opportunities

We strive to embody and stand for both a spirit and value system that encourages loyalty, honesty, and a commitment to caring from our belief that people are always the number one priority.

Evergreen Healthcare Group
4601 Northeast 77th Avenue, Suite 300
Vancouver, WA 98662, USA

Evergreen Healthcare Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.