Respiratory Care Practitioner - Respiratory Therapy

Respiratory Care Practitioner – Respiratory Therapy

The Respiratory Care Practitioner provides respiratory therapy services to patients with a wide range of respiratory and cardiopulmonary conditions. This role collaborates with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to assess patient needs, administer treatments, and support high-quality patient care. The practitioner is responsible for operating respiratory care equipment and ensuring safe, effective therapy delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer respiratory therapy treatments and interventions in accordance with physician orders and clinical protocols
• Assess and monitor patient respiratory status and response to treatment
• Operate and maintain ventilators, monitoring systems, and respiratory therapy equipment
• Perform diagnostic procedures, oxygen therapy, and patient assessments
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient care plans
• Educate patients and families on respiratory care treatments and equipment use
• Maintain accurate and timely patient documentation
• Ensure compliance with safety, infection prevention, and regulatory standards

Required Qualifications:

• Education sufficient to meet certification, licensure, or registration requirements
• Washington Respiratory Care Practitioner License upon hire
• National Provider BLS certification from the American Heart Association upon hire

Preferred

Skills:

• Strong understanding of respiratory therapy principles and procedures
• Experience with ventilators and respiratory support equipment
• Excellent communication and patient care skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced healthcare environment
• Commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care