Respiratory Therapist (RT) - Registered Respiratory Therapist

Respiratory Therapist – NICU

Schedule:

Weekends:
Required — every other weekend Holiday requirement:
Must commit to working 3 of the 5 listed holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day)

Assignment Details:
Non-billable orientation:
Reduced Patient populations:
Neonates through geriatrics

Requirements:
Washington state license in hand at submission (compact license acceptable) RRT / CRT certification BLS; ACLS; NRP; PALS certifications Minimum 1+ year experience in NICU Level III or IV required Experience with mechanical ventilation management and weaning, high-frequency/jet/oscillating ventilators preferred Proficient in ABG interpretation and arterial/umbilical blood gas procedures Familiar with tracheostomy care, suctioning, oral/nasal airway management Charting system:
Epic required

Roles & Responsibilities:
Provide respiratory care to neonate patients, including intubation and extubation. Manage and wean mechanical ventilation for patients in critical care settings. Administer and monitor treatment modalities such as CPAP/BiPAP and HFNC. Conduct emergency respiratory support when necessary. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care. Maintain accurate documentation of patient care activities.

Compliance / Notes:
Background checks required. Must be flexible to float between departments and possibly to sister facilities. Pre-approved time off: 1 request allowed.