Respiratory Therapist - Spokane, WA

About the role

This role offers a unique blend of clinical autonomy, meaningful patient interaction, and supportive team collaboration. It combines time spent in the branch and in the field, developing both patient-facing clinical skills and strong workflow independence.

Responsibilities

• Conduct home visits to perform oxygen, CPAP/BiPAP, and ventilation equipment setups and follow-ups
• Provide patient education and caregiver training on equipment use, cleaning, troubleshooting, and maintenance
• Absess patient needs, document care delivered, and escalate concerns appropriately
• Collaborate with physicians, case managers, and internal branch teams
• Maintain accurate documentation using iPad/laptop
• Set up and operate various types of respiratory care equipment, including oxygen therapy, nebulization therapy, apnea monitoring, suctioning, PAP, invasive and non-invasive ventilation
• Inspect and test equipment to ensure proper operating condition
• Perform clinical assessments and tests such as pulse oximetry, ETCO2, spirometry, and gather vital signs
• Perform other duties as required

Requirements

• Registered Respiratory Therapist with an active Washington RT license
• Valid driver's license
• Comfortable using mobile technology, navigation tools, and digital documentation

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program
• Hold a current RCP license in the state of practice (or states that the location covers)
• Hold a current CPR Certification
• Hold all applicable licensure in good standing for all states of practice

Skills

• Strong clinical skills
• Effective communication and patient education abilities
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Proficiency with mobile technology and digital documentation

Benefits

Our comprehensive benefits program includes medical, dental, and vision care coverage, paid time off, a 401(k) plan, flexible spending accounts, basic life insurance, short-and long-term disability coverage, accident insurance, teammate assistance program, paid parental leave, domestic partner benefits, mental, physical, and financial well-being programs.

Pay

$35.00–$45.00 per hour. Compensation offered may vary based on job-related factors such as experience, skills, education, and location.

Schedule

Hybrid-style role: ~60% in the branch, ~40% in the field

Contact Information

For more information about this role, please visit Accendra Health's careers page.