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New Grad Respiratory Therapist - Cardiopulmonary Services - Full Time (36 hours/week)

Posted 25 days ago

OfficeEllensburg, WA, United States

Job Description

We are seeking a motivated and compassionate recent graduate from a Respiratory Therapy program to join our dynamic Respiratory Care Team. This entry-level opportunity is ideal for individuals eager to begin their healthcare career in a critical-care hospital environment.

As a Respiratory Therapist, you will deliver essential respiratory care to patients across multiple departments, including the Critical Care Unit (CCU), Emergency Room (ER), Family Birthing Place (FBP), and Med/Surg units. You will receive hands-on training and continuous supervision, enabling you to build confidence, refine your clinical skills, and make a meaningful impact from day one.

If you are passionate about patient care and committed to professional growth, we invite you to become a vital part of our dedicated team.

This position will primary train during day shift but will transition to night shift upon successful completion of orientation. 

Qualifications

What is required...

  • Registry with the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) within three (3) months of hire
  • Current Washington State Respiratory Therapist license from the Washington State Department of Health
  • Current CPR card (maintenance required)
  • Current ACLS card (maintenance required)
  • PALS within 3 months of hire (maintenance required)
  • NRP within 3 months of hire (maintenance required)

What is preferred...

  • Work and/or educational experience that promoted group/team relationships

Additional Information

Wage:  Wage range will depend on applicable years of experience and level of license.

CRT - $30.29/hour - $46.06/hour

RRT - $33.21/hour - $48.98/hour

FTE:  .90 (36 hours/week)

Benefits:  This position is benefits eligible

Union Status: This is a Teamsters-covered position

Job details
Workplace
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Location
Ellensburg, WA, United States
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KVH is an integrated healthcare delivery system that includes 24-hour emergency care, and inpatient and outpatient services through KVH Hospital. Clinics and services include family medicine, internal medicine, a geriatric nurse practitioner program, home health and hospice, physical therapy, orthopedics, general surgery, pediatrics, women’s health, and urgent care.

Employees
386
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Headquarters
Ellensburg, WA
Founded
1964
Company location
603 S. Chestnut Street, Ellensburg, WA 98926, US

Key team members

Daniel Oliver

Daniel Oliver

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