Respiratory Care Practitioner -- Per Diem

About the role

The Respiratory Care Practitioner is responsible for delivering skilled respiratory care modalities and interventions to designated patient populations with cardiopulmonary system deficiencies and abnormalities. This position requires specialized training and experience to perform independent, professional respiratory care, ventilator management, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, and clinical evaluation of care.

Responsibilities

• Deliver skilled respiratory care modalities and interventions to designated patient populations with cardiopulmonary system deficiencies and abnormalities.
• Perform independent, professional respiratory care, ventilator management, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• Establish therapy and treatment objectives and review care based on the age and needs of the patient.

Requirements

• Graduate of AMA approved Respiratory Therapy Training program.
• Certified (CRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care.
• Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) with the State of Washington.
• Registry eligibility notice to sit for RRT exam from NBRC required.
• Advanced cardiac life support credential required within 90 days of hire depending on age of the population served: ACLS, NRP, PALS.
• Health Care Provider level CPR certification.
• Minimum one (1) year of acute care experience in the field of respiratory therapy and critical care as CRT preferred.

About Yakima Memorial Hospital

MultiCare Yakima Memorial Hospital has served the Yakima Valley since 1950. This 226-bed, not-for-profit hospital features a multispecialty team across 20+ primary and specialty care locations, providing cardiac care, cancer care, pediatric trauma care, hospice and advanced care for children with special health needs. Clinicians here care for a diverse patient population and make a meaningful impact in a collaborative, supportive environment where teams are valued and patients are grateful.

About the Yakima Community

The Yakima community enjoys 300 days of sunshine a year and a valley setting surrounded by desert hills and mountains. The area offers endless outdoor activities, from hiking, mountain biking and fishing to skiing, rafting and camping. Residents also enjoy rivers, lakes and scenic trails just minutes from home, along with a lower cost of living and a welcoming community — perfect for those who love an active outdoor lifestyle.

Why MultiCare?

• Rooted in the local community.
• Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years.
• Growth and education.
• Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in you.
• Well-being and support.
• Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared in your work and life.
• Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other.
• Resource Groups and outreach programs help ensure every team member feels safe, seen, heard and valued.
• Pacific Northwest lifestyle.

Pay and Benefits

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $33.52 - $48.23 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education.