Respiratory Care Specialist

About the role

UWMC Northwest is currently recruiting for a Respiratory Care Specialist to join the Respiratory Care Team.

Responsibilities

• Provide education and training to Respiratory Care Practitioners, nurses, physicians, residents, and other staff regarding new equipment, clinical guidelines, standards, and evidence‑based practices.
• Coordinate and provide orientation, competency validation, and preceptorship for newly hired permanent and temporary staff.
• Facilitate advanced learning opportunities, including conferences, seminars, continuing education, and time away from clinical duties for professional development.
• Demonstrate advanced knowledge and clinical expertise in all theories and practices of respiratory care.
• Provide advanced respiratory care services and support clinical staff in delivering safe and therapeutic patient care.
• Perform patient assessments to determine acuity and prioritize care needs appropriately.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate Respiratory Care Practitioner‑driven protocols and patient care guidelines based on current scientific evidence.
• Participate in and lead quality improvement initiatives, research projects, and departmental performance improvement activities.
• Investigate and recommend methods to improve operational performance, quality outcomes, efficiency, and cost‑effectiveness.
• Establish professional rapport and maintain collaborative relationships with physicians, nurses, therapists, patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Communicate effectively in both individual and group settings.

Qualifications

• Current Washington State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license in good standing.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential required.
• Minimum of five (5) years recent critical care Respiratory Care Practitioner experience.
• Minimum of three (3) years demonstrated leadership experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Care or related field preferred.
• Neonatal experience preferred.
• Pediatric experience preferred.
• Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification preferred.

Pay

Hourly rate range: $59.19 – $84.68.

Benefits

For information about benefits for this position, visit UW Staff Benefits.

Schedule

• Full‑time, 40 hours per week.
• First Shift.