Respiratory Therapist

SEARHC MT. EDGECUMBE HOSPITAL is a medical practice organization located at 222 Tongass Drive in Sitka, Alaska. As part of the regional healthcare system serving Southeast Alaska, the hospital provides a range of inpatient and outpatient services to a diverse community. Team members work in a setting that values culturally responsive, patient-centered care. The location in Sitka offers professionals the opportunity to practice in a close-knit community with access to outdoor and coastal activities.

The hospital supports collaborative, multidisciplinary care focused on improving health outcomes across the region.

The Respiratory Therapist is a full-time, on-site role based at SEARHC MT. EDGECUMBE HOSPITAL in Sitka, AK. This role provides assessment, treatment, and monitoring for patients with respiratory and cardiopulmonary conditions across inpatient units, emergency, and critical care settings. Day-to-day responsibilities include performing diagnostic tests, administering therapeutic respiratory treatments, managing oxygen and aerosol therapies, and supporting ventilator management under clinical protocols.

The Respiratory Therapist collaborates with physicians, nurses, and other clinicians to develop and revise care plans, documents care accurately in medical records, and educates patients and families on respiratory disease management and equipment use. The role may also include support for neonatal and pediatric patients, participation in emergency response (such as codes and rapid responses), and adherence to hospital policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.

• Demonstrated proficiency in Respiratory Therapy and Respiratory Care, including assessment, treatment planning, and delivery of respiratory modalities.
• Experience in Cardiopulmonary care, including management of patients with acute and chronic cardiopulmonary conditions in hospital settings.
• Knowledge of Medicine principles relevant to respiratory and critical care, working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Preferred experience in Neonatal Intensive Care or pediatric respiratory support, including monitoring and interventions for high-risk infants.
• Current licensure or eligibility for licensure as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of Alaska.
• Credential such as RRT or CRT from an accredited respiratory therapy program.
• BLS certification required; ACLS, PALS, and NRP certifications preferred.
• Ability to work rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as needed by the department.
• Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to function effectively in emergency and high-acuity situations.
• Commitment to culturally sensitive, patient-centered care and respectful collaboration with colleagues and community members.