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Certified Respiratory Therapist positions in the United States are accessible to international professionals through the J-1 visa Trainee or Exchange Visitor program, administered by a U.S. Department of State-designated sponsor organization that issues your DS-2019. Clinical host facilities handle hiring while the designated sponsor manages J-1 sponsorship and compliance.
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Harborview is currently recruiting for a RESPIRATORY CARE INTERN to join our Respiratory Care Team!
WORK SCHEDULE
Shifts AND Hours may vary
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
The Respiratory Care Intern will report to the Respiratory Care Manager. The Respiratory Care Intern provides Respiratory Care to patients of all ages, (e.g., newborn, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric). Care is provided under direct supervision in all areas of Harborview Medical Center.
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide patient care limited to only those procedures that have been completed in the associated Respiratory Care School curriculum prior to being done in the hospital patient care area
- Utilize the respiratory care process (assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation) to recommend, delegate, coordinate and provide safe, therapeutic respiratory care to patients
- Provide respiratory care consistent with professional practice standards, HMC policies and procedures, the Law Relating to Respiratory Care Practitioner #18.89 and Federal and State regulations
REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Currently enrolled and in good standing in an accredited Respiratory Care Program within by the State of Washington.
ABOUT HARBORVIEW MEDICAL CENTER
As the region's only Level I Trauma center, Harborview Medical Center is well known for innovations and excellence in trauma care and its centers of emphasis: Trauma, Burn, Neurosciences, AIDS/STD CARER, and mentally and medically vulnerable populations. In addition to the centers of emphasis, HMC serves a mission population for King County. Harborview employees are committed to the vital role the institution plays in the immediate community, as well as the entire Northwest region. HMC is owned by King County and managed by the University of Washington (UW) and serves as a training site for UW’s School of Medicine.
ABOUT UW MEDICINE – WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER
UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals.
All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.
Compensation, Benefits and Position Details
Pay Range Minimum: $20.76 hourly
Pay Range Maximum: $23.00 hourly
Other Compensation:
Benefits: For information about benefits for this position, visit https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2018/02/benefits-professional-staff-librarians-academic-contract-covered-exempt-20250130-a11y.pdf
Shift: Alternate Work Shift (United States of America)
Temporary or Regular? This is a temporary position
FTE (Full-Time Equivalent): 0.00%
Union/Bargaining Unit: Not Applicable
About the UW
Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.
UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.
Our Commitment
The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.
To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.
Job Description
Harborview is currently recruiting for a RESPIRATORY CARE INTERN to join our Respiratory Care Team!
WORK SCHEDULE
Shifts AND Hours may vary
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
The Respiratory Care Intern will report to the Respiratory Care Manager. The Respiratory Care Intern provides Respiratory Care to patients of all ages, (e.g., newborn, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric). Care is provided under direct supervision in all areas of Harborview Medical Center.
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide patient care limited to only those procedures that have been completed in the associated Respiratory Care School curriculum prior to being done in the hospital patient care area
- Utilize the respiratory care process (assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation) to recommend, delegate, coordinate and provide safe, therapeutic respiratory care to patients
- Provide respiratory care consistent with professional practice standards, HMC policies and procedures, the Law Relating to Respiratory Care Practitioner #18.89 and Federal and State regulations
REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Currently enrolled and in good standing in an accredited Respiratory Care Program within by the State of Washington.
ABOUT HARBORVIEW MEDICAL CENTER
As the region's only Level I Trauma center, Harborview Medical Center is well known for innovations and excellence in trauma care and its centers of emphasis: Trauma, Burn, Neurosciences, AIDS/STD CARER, and mentally and medically vulnerable populations. In addition to the centers of emphasis, HMC serves a mission population for King County. Harborview employees are committed to the vital role the institution plays in the immediate community, as well as the entire Northwest region. HMC is owned by King County and managed by the University of Washington (UW) and serves as a training site for UW’s School of Medicine.
ABOUT UW MEDICINE – WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER
UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals.
All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.
Compensation, Benefits and Position Details
Pay Range Minimum: $20.76 hourly
Pay Range Maximum: $23.00 hourly
Other Compensation:
Benefits: For information about benefits for this position, visit https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2018/02/benefits-professional-staff-librarians-academic-contract-covered-exempt-20250130-a11y.pdf
Shift: Alternate Work Shift (United States of America)
Temporary or Regular? This is a temporary position
FTE (Full-Time Equivalent): 0.00%
Union/Bargaining Unit: Not Applicable
About the UW
Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.
UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.
Our Commitment
The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.
To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship in Certified Respiratory Therapist
Verify your RRT credential transfers
Some states require you to pass the NBRC credentialing exams before a host facility will extend an offer. Confirm your home-country respiratory therapy credentials are recognized and factor exam timelines into your start date planning.
Target hospitals with J-1 trainee track records
Large academic medical centers and health systems routinely host J-1 visa Trainee exchange visitors in clinical allied health roles. Prioritize facilities with dedicated international clinical training programs, since they already have the internal compliance infrastructure for hosting.
Search verified J-1 roles on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Certified Respiratory Therapist openings by employers that have a history of supporting J-1 exchange visitors, saving time you'd otherwise spend cold-contacting HR departments unfamiliar with the Trainee program category.
Confirm the 2-year residency requirement applies to you
J-1 Trainees funded by their home-country government or whose field is on the Exchange Visitor Skills List may be subject to the two-year home residency requirement before changing to most U.S. work visas. Check your DS-2019 notation before accepting any offer.
Align your training plan with respiratory therapy scope
Your designated sponsor requires a detailed Training or Internship Placement Plan (Form DS-7002) signed by both you and the host facility. The plan must map your objectives to specific respiratory therapy competencies, not just list job duties.
Negotiate program duration before the host submits paperwork
J-1 Trainee programs are capped at 18 months for most allied health fields. If your credentialing or training goals require longer, discuss a phased structure with the host facility and designated sponsor before the DS-2019 is issued.
Certified Respiratory Therapist J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to Certified Respiratory Therapists?
Most internationally trained Certified Respiratory Therapists enter as J-1 Trainees if they have completed their professional degree and have some field experience, or as J-1 Interns if they are currently enrolled in a respiratory therapy program abroad. The Trainee category fits post-graduation clinical training at a U.S. host facility, while the Intern category is restricted to current students or those who graduated within the past 12 months.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for a respiratory therapist role?
The J-1 visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as CIEE, Cultural Vistas, or AIPT, not the hospital or clinic where you work. That facility is the host employer. The designated sponsor issues your DS-2019, approves your training plan, and monitors your program compliance throughout the exchange. You and the host employer cannot create the J-1 sponsorship independently without a designated sponsor.
Does the two-year home residency requirement affect respiratory therapists?
It may. If your J-1 program is financed by your home-country government, or if your home country has listed respiratory therapy on its Exchange Visitor Skills List, you'll be subject to the two-year requirement. This means you must return home for two years before obtaining an H-1B visa, L-1 visa, or immigrant visa. Review your DS-2019 and the State Department's Skills List before making any long-term U.S. plans.
How do I find U.S. employers open to hosting J-1 respiratory therapy trainees?
Migrate Mate lets you search Certified Respiratory Therapist roles filtered by employers familiar with J-1 exchange visitor arrangements, which is far more efficient than reaching out to facilities that may never have hosted an international trainee. Academic medical centers, VA hospitals, and large health systems are generally the most experienced hosts, but availability varies significantly by region and facility size.
Can I sit for the NBRC exams while on a J-1 Trainee visa?
Yes, you can take NBRC credentialing exams while in the United States on J-1 status. However, the J-1 Trainee program does not authorize independent employment, so any clinical work must occur within your approved training plan at the designated host facility. If your exam results allow you to practice at a higher scope, the host facility and designated sponsor must update your DS-7002 training plan to reflect the change.