Travel Respiratory Therapy Technician in Puyallup, WA

Job Title

Respiratory Therapist – 12-Hour Nights

Location

Puyallup, WA | Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Night Shift (1800–0630) | 12-Hour Shifts | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory therapy services across critical care areas including ICUs, EDs, PCUs, and NICU (as secondary RT during surge)
• Perform and analyze ABGs, manage BiPAP, CPAP, ventilators, and tracheostomies using equipment including Medtronic 980, Draeger, LTV, and Servo NIV ventilators
• Administer Bubble CPAP support in the NICU as a secondary RT under the direction of the primary RT
• Document and chart using EPIC; operate GEM blood gas machine and Pyxis medication system
• Float across ICU, ER, PCU, and inpatient rehab unit as needed based on scheduling requirements
• Participate in every-other-weekend rotation and at least one holiday; expected to be available 7 days a week

Required Qualifications

• Active state licensure in Washington (or compact eligibility)
• CRRT or RRT credential required
• BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP certifications required (NRP class must be scheduled prior to start date)
• Minimum 1 year of respiratory therapy experience
• Proficiency in ABG draw and analysis, BiPAP, CPAP, and ventilator/trach management
• COVID vaccination required per facility policy

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Neonatal (NICU) respiratory therapy experience
• Experience working in a Level III Trauma Center or similarly complex acute care environment
• Familiarity with EPIC charting system and GEM blood gas analyzers
• First-time travelers welcome to apply

Why Join Us

• Travel-friendly, team-oriented culture with supportive leadership including supervisors, leads, and fellow RTs on every shift
• Free on-site parking and a structured orientation program including 1-on-1 time with a Lead RT