Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Washington
Respiratory Therapist jobs in Washington are among the most active in the Pacific Northwest, concentrated in acute care hospitals, pediatric and neonatal units, and pulmonary rehabilitation centers, with openings at every level from new graduate to lead clinician. Seattle, Spokane, and Tacoma account for the bulk of posted roles, with major health systems like UW Medicine, Providence Health, and MultiCare Health System among the most consistent hirers across the state. Neonatal respiratory care, ventilator management, and pulmonary function testing are the sub-specialties drawing the most demand right now. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Sep 21, 2026
- Length: 20 weeks
- Openings: 2
Description
American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with critical care experience for a day shift position at a Level I Trauma teaching hospital.
Details
- Level I Trauma, Magnet-designated teaching hospital setting
- Adult critical care units including BPICU, SICU, MICU, and NSICU
- Patient population is primarily adult with a small pediatric caseload
- Busy ED with ECLS transfers
- Care of trauma and burn patients with complex medical and neurological conditions
- High volume of tracheostomy and spinal cord injury patients
- Complex sleep disordered breathing patient population
- Uses Epic charting system
- Day shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts from 0630-1800
- Weekend rotation required every other weekend
- No on-call requirements
- No floating required outside of unit
Requirements
- Active RRT credential and WA state license required (license required if applicable)
- Minimum 2 years of experience required
- Critical care experience within the last 12 months required
- Level I Trauma experience preferred
- Teaching hospital experience preferred
- Pediatric experience preferred but not required; willing to train
- Epic charting experience required
- BLS certification required
- ACLS, NRP, and PALS certifications preferred
- Experience with Cough Assist/MIE and LP/LPV required
- Skills in vent management, oxygen therapy, and monitoring required
- Experience with adult ICU and trauma patients required
Additional Information
- Provide respiratory care to critically ill adult trauma, burn, and neurologically complex patients
- Perform ventilator management, weaning, and troubleshooting of high-pressure alarms
- Perform airway management including intubation assist, extubation, and suctioning
- Conduct arterial blood gas draws and interpretation
- Manage tracheostomy care and pulmonary hygiene procedures
- Administer nebulizer treatments and medication delivery via various systems
- Work within a team supporting a high-acuity trauma and critical care population
- First-time travelers are accepted for this role
- Prior facility staff must have a minimum 18-month separation before returning as a travel clinician
- Minimal RTO accommodated, with no time off approved during the first two weeks of the assignment
- Local candidates accepted at the same pay rate with no radius restriction
- Scrubs may be any solid color; light blue scrubs also provided for the unit
- COVID vaccination and booster required with no exceptions
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Sep 21, 2026
- Length: 20 weeks
- Openings: 2
Description
American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with critical care experience for a day shift position at a Level I Trauma teaching hospital.
Details
- Level I Trauma, Magnet-designated teaching hospital setting
- Adult critical care units including BPICU, SICU, MICU, and NSICU
- Patient population is primarily adult with a small pediatric caseload
- Busy ED with ECLS transfers
- Care of trauma and burn patients with complex medical and neurological conditions
- High volume of tracheostomy and spinal cord injury patients
- Complex sleep disordered breathing patient population
- Uses Epic charting system
- Day shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts from 0630-1800
- Weekend rotation required every other weekend
- No on-call requirements
- No floating required outside of unit
Requirements
- Active RRT credential and WA state license required (license required if applicable)
- Minimum 2 years of experience required
- Critical care experience within the last 12 months required
- Level I Trauma experience preferred
- Teaching hospital experience preferred
- Pediatric experience preferred but not required; willing to train
- Epic charting experience required
- BLS certification required
- ACLS, NRP, and PALS certifications preferred
- Experience with Cough Assist/MIE and LP/LPV required
- Skills in vent management, oxygen therapy, and monitoring required
- Experience with adult ICU and trauma patients required
Additional Information
- Provide respiratory care to critically ill adult trauma, burn, and neurologically complex patients
- Perform ventilator management, weaning, and troubleshooting of high-pressure alarms
- Perform airway management including intubation assist, extubation, and suctioning
- Conduct arterial blood gas draws and interpretation
- Manage tracheostomy care and pulmonary hygiene procedures
- Administer nebulizer treatments and medication delivery via various systems
- Work within a team supporting a high-acuity trauma and critical care population
- First-time travelers are accepted for this role
- Prior facility staff must have a minimum 18-month separation before returning as a travel clinician
- Minimal RTO accommodated, with no time off approved during the first two weeks of the assignment
- Local candidates accepted at the same pay rate with no radius restriction
- Scrubs may be any solid color; light blue scrubs also provided for the unit
- COVID vaccination and booster required with no exceptions
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What Washington Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in respiratory therapist jobs across Washington.
- Active Washington State Respiratory Care Practitioner license required
- Registered Respiratory Therapist credential from NBRC required or eligible
- Associate or bachelor's degree in respiratory therapy from accredited program
- Basic Life Support and Advanced Cardiac Life Support certifications current
- Experience with mechanical ventilation and arterial blood gas interpretation
- Strong documentation skills using electronic health record systems like Epic
Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a respiratory therapist in Washington?
You must hold an active Washington State Respiratory Care Practitioner license, issued by the Washington State Department of Health. To qualify, you complete an accredited respiratory therapy program at the associate or bachelor's level, pass the National Board for Respiratory Care examinations to earn the Registered Respiratory Therapist credential, and submit a licensure application to the Department of Health. Washington does not participate in a licensure compact, so out-of-state therapists apply directly for a Washington license.
How much do respiratory therapists make in Washington?
Respiratory therapists in Washington earn a median of about $101,130 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $76,080 for the lowest 10% to over $127,520 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire respiratory therapists in Washington?
Washington respiratory therapist roles are posted by American Traveler, Lincare, and Trios Health and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Washington's large integrated health systems, including academic medical centers and regional community hospitals, generate the most consistent volume of openings across the state.
Which Washington cities have the most respiratory therapist jobs?
Seattle, Spokane, and Renton have the most respiratory therapist openings in Washington right now. Seattle dominates because of its concentration of large academic medical centers and specialty hospitals, while Spokane anchors Eastern Washington hiring through its regional health systems, and Tacoma draws steady demand from Pierce County's growing hospital and outpatient care infrastructure.
Are there remote respiratory therapist jobs in Washington?
Yes, but they're rare. Respiratory therapy is a hands-on clinical role requiring direct patient contact, so most positions are fully on-site. About 0% of respiratory therapist openings tied to Washington are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those tend to be in telehealth respiratory consults, clinical education, or case management roles that have a documentation-heavy component.
How can I get hired as a respiratory therapist in Washington with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to new-graduate respiratory therapist roles at Washington's larger health systems, several of which run structured new-grad transition programs. UW Medicine and Providence Health regularly hire new graduates into supervised acute care roles, and MultiCare Health System has recruited entry-level therapists into its general medical floors and step-down units. Holding a current Washington State Respiratory Care Practitioner license and an NBRC Certified Respiratory Therapist credential before applying gives candidates a clear edge, and prior work as a patient care technician or pulmonary function technician is a common bridge into the role.
Where can I find and apply to respiratory therapist jobs in Washington?
You can find and apply to respiratory therapist jobs in Washington on Migrate Mate, which lists current Washington openings updated regularly. Search the listings, find the roles that match your experience level and preferred location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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