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Providence

Respiratory Care Practitioner – Respiratory Therapy

Providence, Richland, Washington, United States, 99352

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Position Overview This is a combined posting for Respiratory Care Practitioners and Senior Respiratory Care Practitioners at Kadlec Regional Medical Center, Richland, WA. Kadlec is offering a $20,000 Hiring Bonus for eligible external candidates who meet all conditions for payment. The requirements of each role are listed below under each associated title. Consideration for each role will be based on qualifications. If you have the qualifications of any one of these positions, we encourage you to apply.

Respiratory Care Practitioner Responsibilities Under the direction of the leadership of Respiratory Therapy services, the Respiratory Therapist is responsible to see that all treatments/procedures are carried out according to the provider orders. Respiratory therapy operates within all areas of the medical center and assignments will be made based on skills and abilities. Care is provided in areas of the medical center, including but not limited to NICU, Adult ICU, Emergency Department, Birth Center and general medicine. Respiratory Therapists may also work in the outpatient pulmonary rehab area, as well. Pulmonary Function Lab operates as a separate entity and requires additional specialized training.

Senior Respiratory Care Practitioner Responsibilities Under the direction of the Respiratory Therapy department leadership, the Senior Respiratory Care Practitioner maintains standards of professional respiratory care and performs related duties as assigned. Performs all duties of staff RT and acts as a resource to other staff members. May train or communicate instructions to other employees and inspect work to separate acceptable work from unacceptable. Does not hire, fire, discipline, promote, demote, transfer, or appraise performance.

Shift Details (Both Roles) Full‑time, 0.9 FTE (36 working hours per week), variable shift.

Respiratory Care Practitioner Salary: Min: $36.31, Max: $57.70 per hour.

Required Qualifications

Graduated from an accredited school of Respiratory Therapy

Washington Respiratory Care Practitioner License is required upon hire

National Provider BLS - American Heart Association is required upon hire

National Provider ACLS - American Heart Association is required within 90 days of hire

National Provider PALS - American Heart Association is required within 90 days of hire

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited educational institution

1 year of Respiratory Care Practitioner experience in an acute care medical setting

Senior Respiratory Care Practitioner Salary: Min: $37.95, Max: $60.22 per hour.

Required Qualifications (Senior)

Graduated from an accredited school of Respiratory Therapy

Washington Respiratory Care Practitioner License is required upon hire

National Provider BLS - American Heart Association is required upon hire

National Provider ACLS - American Heart Association is required within 90 days of hire

National Provider PALS - American Heart Association is required within 90 days of hire

2 years of Respiratory care practitioner experience in an acute care medical setting

Preferred Qualifications (Senior)

Bachelor’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited educational institution.

Recent NICU, adult CCU and open heart experience

Benefits Our best‑in‑class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our mission of providing safe, compassionate care. Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, health care benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues), voluntary benefits, well‑being resources and much more.

About The Team Located in sunny Tri‑Cities, Washington, Kadlec is the largest non‑profit healthcare provider in the region, offering primary and specialty care to patients in the Tri‑Cities and surrounding region. Kadlec is the premier choice for customer service excellence, providing compassionate healthcare by combining cutting‑edge technology and innovation with evidence‑based, patient‑focused care. Kadlec is the home to a growing open‑heart surgery and interventional cardiology program, the region's only level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, a world‑class all digital outpatient imaging center as well as a number of other innovative services and programs.

Equal Opportunity Employment Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the principle that every workforce member has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. We believe diversity makes us stronger, so we are dedicated to shaping an inclusive workforce, learning from each other, and creating equal opportunities for advancement.

Requisition ID 403557

Job Details

Company: Kadlec Jobs

Job Category: Respiratory Care

Job Function: Clinical Care

Job Schedule: Full time

Job Shift: Multiple shifts available

Career Track: Clinical Professional

Department: 3010 PATIENT CARE ADMIN

Address: WA Richland 888 Swift Blvd

Work Location: Kadlec Regional Medical Ctr‑Richland

Workplace Type: On‑site

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