Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Therapist, Pediatric & Neonatal Transport

Join One Team Mary Bridge

At Mary Bridge Children's Hospital & Health Network, kids and families are at the center of everything we do. Based in Tacoma, Washington, and serving communities throughout the South Sound, our nationally recognized pediatric hospital, clinics and specialty network bring together providers, nurses and team members dedicated to delivering exceptional care for children and families.

Recognized as a Top Children's Hospital by The Leapfrog Group and backed by a growing pediatric network, we're proud to make a difference in the lives of children and families every day while helping shape the future of children's healthcare.

Three (3) years NICU, PICU or Peds ED experience is required.

Three (3) years neonatal and/or pediatric transport experience preferred.

BLS, PALS, NRP required at time of hire.

STABLE and NRP Cardiac required within one year of hire.

FTE: 0.9 Shift: Nights Schedule: Variable 12 hour night shifts, every other weekend

Benefits and Incentives

• Potentially up to $7,500 sign-on bonus (qualifying external candidates)
• Potentially up to $10k relocation bonus (depending on the distance of move)
• Tuition assistance (100% of tuition and fees or up to $5,250)
• Incentive pay and shift differentials
• Competitive benefits package
• Generous paid time off to support work/life balance

Reach out to [email protected] with any questions!

Position Summary

The Respiratory Care Practitioner is responsible for the delivery of skilled respiratory care modalities and interventions to designated patient populations with cardiopulmonary system deficiencies and abnormalities, which requires the use of advanced practitioner skills to intervene in complex patient care situations. This position requires specialized training and experience to perform independent, professional respiratory care, ventilator management, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, and clinical evaluation of care, including the establishment of therapy and treatment objectives, and the review of care based on the age and needs of the patient. This position operates independently, under limited supervision. Internal contacts include patient care staff and management. External contacts include patients, families, physicians, outside health care providers, and other organizations.

Requirements

• Graduate of AMA approved Respiratory Therapy Training program
• Registered (RRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care
• Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) with the State of Washington
• Advanced cardiac life support credential required within 90 days of hire depending on age of the population served: ACLS, NRP, PALS
• Health Care Provider level CPR certification
• Minimum one (1) year of acute care experience in the field of respiratory therapy and critical care as RRT preferred
• Consideration may be given to internal candidates not meeting the minimum education qualifications.

Where kids and families are always first

Everything we do starts with a commitment to children and families. From specialized pediatric care to family-centered support services, our teams work together to create a safe, compassionate and healing environment where every child can thrive.

For more than 70 years, Mary Bridge Children's has cared for children across the South Sound and beyond. Today, that legacy continues through a network of pediatric specialists, clinics and hospital services anchored by a new state-of-the-art pediatric hospital designed specifically for children, families and care teams.

Why Choose Mary Bridge Children's?

One Team Mary Bridge

Providers, nurses and staff come together as one team to deliver compassionate, high-quality care for children and families across the region.

Award-winning pediatric care

Named a Top Children's Hospital by The Leapfrog Group six times in the past eight years, recognizing excellence in patient quality and safety.

A new era of children's care

Work in a state-of-the-art pediatric hospital and medical office building designed specifically for children, families and care teams.

A growing pediatric network

Opportunities across hospital, specialty, primary care and urgent care settings, supported by a Level IV NICU and comprehensive pediatric specialty network.

Career growth

Continuing education, leadership development and advancement opportunities supported by one of the region's largest health systems.

Pacific Northwest lifestyle

Enjoy vibrant communities, outdoor adventure and easy access to waterfronts, mountains and everything the South Sound has to offer.

Pay and Benefit Expectations

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $40.83 - $67.48 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align.

Associated benefit information can be viewed here.