RT/ERT

FTE: 0.3, Shift: NOC, Schedule: 12-40, some weekends

About the role

The Respiratory Care Practitioner/ERT is responsible for the delivery of skilled respiratory care modalities and interventions and emergency room technician duties to a designated patient population with cardiopulmonary system deficiencies and abnormalities, which requires the use of advanced practitioner skills to intervene in complex patient care situations. This position requires specialized training and experience to perform independent, professional respiratory care, ventilator management, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, and clinical evaluation of care, including the establishment of therapy and treatment objectives, and the review of care based on the age and needs of the patient.

Responsibilities

• Performs respiratory care procedures in response to patient needs, physician orders, and within the limits of established departmental policies and procedures
• Monitors respiratory care modalities for improving efficacy, reducing adverse effects and assuring patient safety
• Detects evaluates and reports all adverse events related to mechanical ventilation and respiratory care modalities
• Documents patient care data, interventions/therapies, and outcomes correctly in the medical record
• Assists the Registered Nurse or Licensed Independent Practitioner (LIP) in providing a variety of patient cares/treatments as directed within their scope of practice
• Performs direct patient care activities independently under the direction/supervision of the Registered Nurse in accordance with unit and MHS policies, procedures and guidelines
• Performs point of care laboratory testing (POCT)

Requirements

• Graduate of AMA approved Respiratory Therapy Training program
• Registered (RRT) 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
• BLS certification
• Minimum one (1) year of acute care experience in the field of respiratory therapy and critical care as CRT preferred
• Consideration may be given to internal candidates not meeting the minimum education qualifications

About the facility

Founded in 1896, MultiCare Deaconess Hospital is a 388-bed acute-care hospital serving the greater Spokane region. Deaconess is home to a Level III Trauma Center, Certified Chest Pain Center, Primary Stroke Center, Maternal Fetal Medicine program and a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. It is the only hospital in the area with national accreditation in bariatric surgery. Deaconess provides high-quality inpatient, outpatient, surgical, diagnostic and emergency services.

About the community

Spokane, in eastern Washington along the Spokane River and near the Selkirk Mountains, offers a vibrant city experience with endless access to outdoor adventure. Residents enjoy lakes, rivers, ski resorts, golf courses, wineries, and nearby national parks, combined with a thriving arts and culture scene. Spokane delivers the perfect balance of city living and Pacific Northwest recreation year-round.

Benefits

• 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.
• Living our values: Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other.
• Belonging for all: Resource Groups and outreach programs help ensure every team member feels safe, seen, heard and valued.
• Pacific Northwest lifestyle: Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life.

Pay

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 $35.94 - $55