Respiratory Therapist - PRN Nights

Respiratory Therapist - PRN Nights

Position Details:
Hourly Base Rate: $37.66 - $47.94 + 10% resource differential
Shift: Varies
Hours Per Week: Varies
Date Posted: 09/16/2026

Job Summary:

• Assesses patients' respiratory status.
• Applies and evaluates appropriate therapy.
• Performs all respiratory therapy procedures for patients according to medical prescription and departmental policies, procedures and protocols.
• Instructs/teaches patients about therapy prescribed for them.
• Operates, cleans and maintains electrical, pneumatic and manual equipment used for diagnosis and treatment of respiratory care patients.
• Shares patient care information with nursing, physicians and others involved in the care of patients.
• Assists with department research associated with quality assurance and performance improvement efforts.

Educational/Licensing:

• Current Oregon Respiratory Care Practitioner license.
• Associate of Applied Science in Respiratory Care. Registered Respiratory Therapist (NBRC) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (NBRC).
• BLS required.
• ACLS & PALS required within 3 months of hire; NRP required within 6 months of hire.

Qualifications:

• At least 18 months of clinical practice in a hospital setting, either as an RCP or as a participant in clinical training as part of a respiratory care program.
• Knowledge of theory and application of all diagnostic and therapeutic modes of respiratory care.