Respiratory Care | Respiratory Care Practitioner

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Job Details at a Glance
Job Title: Respiratory Care Practitioner & Senior Respiratory Care Practitioner | Location: Richland, WA | Schedule: Full-Time (36 hours/week), Variable Shifts | Hiring Incentive: A $20,000 hiring bonus for eligible candidates
Respiratory Care Practitioner
Virtus Healthcare Staffing is searching for talented and compassionate Respiratory Care Practitioners and Senior Respiratory Care Practitioners to join our partner, a leading medical center in Richland, WA. This is a unique opportunity to play a vital role in providing respiratory care in an acute care setting. We are offering a hiring bonus of $20,000 for eligible external candidates who meet all conditions for payment.
Position Overview
As a Respiratory Care Practitioner, you will be a key member of the healthcare team, managing and treating patients with respiratory conditions. You'll be responsible for a variety of tasks including providing breathing treatments, managing ventilators, and responding to codes. The senior role requires greater experience and is ideal for professionals seeking to take on a more advanced clinical role. Both positions are full-time, working 36 hours per week with variable shifts.
Positions Available and Qualifications
We are currently hiring for two distinct roles based on experience level.
Respiratory Care Practitioner
This full-time position is ideal for a respiratory therapist with foundational experience.

• Required Qualifications:
  
  • Graduation from an accredited school of Respiratory Therapy.
  • A Washington Respiratory Care Practitioner License is required upon hire.
  • A National Provider BLS from the American Heart Association is required upon hire.
  • A National Provider ACLS from the American Heart Association is required within 90 days of hire.
  • A National Provider PALS from the American Heart Association is required within 90 days of hire.
• Preferred Qualifications:
  
  • A Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited educational institution.
  • At least 1 year of experience in an acute care medical setting.

Senior Respiratory Care Practitioner
This full-time position is for an experienced professional ready to take on advanced responsibilities.

• Required Qualifications:
  
  • Graduation from an accredited school of Respiratory Therapy.
  • A Washington Respiratory Care Practitioner License is required upon hire.
  • A National Provider BLS from the American Heart Association is required upon hire.
  • A National Provider ACLS from the American Heart Association is required within 90 days of hire.
  • A National Provider PALS from the American Heart Association is required within 90 days of hire.
  • A minimum of 2 years of Respiratory Care Practitioner experience in an acute care medical setting is required.
• Preferred Qualifications:
  
  • A Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited educational institution.
  • Recent experience in a NICU, adult CCU, or open-heart setting.

Benefits
The successful candidates will receive a competitive compensation package and access to fantastic benefits, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and holiday pay.
• A retirement savings plan with employer contributions.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.

If you are a qualified Respiratory Care Practitioner ready for a rewarding career move, apply today through Virtus Healthcare Staffing.