Title: Respiratory Care Practitioner - Multiple Shifts and Schedules
Status: Full-Time
Location: Portland, Oregon
Relocation: Possible for ideal candidate
Salary: Salary to be discussed by Bryant Staffing Solutions Recruiter
Bonus: $8,000 sign-on bonus for eligible external hires and qualifying rehires
Visa Support: No Visa Sponsorship Available
Position Overview
An established healthcare organization in Portland, Oregon is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to provide comprehensive respiratory therapy services in an acute-care environment. Multiple shifts and schedules are available.
The Respiratory Care Practitioner will deliver respiratory care according to established clinical standards, departmental procedures, and treatment protocols while collaborating with other healthcare professionals to provide safe, patient-centered care.
Key Responsibilities- Provide respiratory therapy services in accordance with established policies, procedures, and clinical protocols.
- Assess patients and administer appropriate respiratory treatments and therapies.
- Monitor patient response to respiratory interventions and communicate relevant changes to the care team.
- Operate respiratory therapy equipment safely and accurately.
- Maintain appropriate clinical documentation and comply with applicable patient-safety standards.
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other clinical professionals to support coordinated patient care.
- Participate in multiple shifts and schedules based on departmental staffing needs.
Required Qualifications- Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
- Active Oregon Respiratory Care Practitioner license upon hire.
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification upon hire.
- American Heart Association Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification upon hire.
- American Heart Association Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification within 90 days of hire.
- American Academy of Pediatrics Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification within 90 days of hire.
- Relevant respiratory care experience; candidates with 1–2+ years of experience are encouraged to apply.
Preferred Qualifications- Previous respiratory therapy experience in an acute-care hospital environment.
- Experience caring for diverse patient populations and working collaboratively with multidisciplinary clinical teams.
Key Skills Required- Respiratory therapy assessment and treatment
- Airway and respiratory equipment management
- Patient monitoring and clinical judgment
- Emergency and critical-care response
- Interdisciplinary communication
- Accurate clinical documentation
Benefits- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching and additional eligible contributions
- Life and disability insurance
- Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, health-related leave, and paid parental leave
- Up to 25 days of paid time off annually for eligible employees
- Tuition and education assistance, including qualifying fully paid tuition programs and reimbursement of up to $5,250 annually for select programs
- Employee well-being resources and voluntary benefits
- Up to 25 counseling or coaching sessions annually for eligible participants
- Complimentary parking
- Annual TriMet transit pass for eligible employees working within the qualifying Portland service area
- Medical plan assistance for qualifying employees and eligible dependents
Why This Location?
Portland offers convenient access to hiking, cycling, rivers, mountains, and other Pacific Northwest recreation. The area also features a nationally recognized food and craft beverage scene, live entertainment, cultural attractions, and diverse neighborhoods. Its proximity to the Columbia River Gorge, Oregon Coast, and Mount Hood provides numerous options for weekend recreation.