Job Description

$10,000 Hiring Bonus for eligible external hires that meet the required qualifications and conditions for payment

Make a meaningful impact where your expertise truly matters. We’re seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner who is passionate about delivering exceptional patient care across diverse populations and thrives in a collaborative, high-acuity environment.

This isn’t just another respiratory therapy position—this is an opportunity to expand your skills and shape patient outcomes in a setting that values autonomy, innovation, and growth.

• Practice Across Three Specialties – Provide care for adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients, broadening your clinical expertise every day
• RT-Driven Protocols – Practice at the top of your license with strong clinical autonomy and decision-making authority
• Consistent Scheduling – Enjoy predictable shift patterns that support your work-life balance
• Growth Opportunities – Be part of exciting expansion, including new Neuro and Cardiovascular ICUs

As a Respiratory Care Practitioner, you will:

• Set up, operate, and monitor a variety of respiratory care equipment used in the diagnosis and treatment of cardiopulmonary conditions
• Deliver therapeutic interventions for patients across adult, pediatric, and neonatal populations
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes
• Utilize evidence-based protocols to guide care and adjust treatment plans
• Advocate for patients while exercising strong critical thinking and clinical judgment

What Makes Our Team Special

• Award-Winning Recognition – Home to multiple nominees and recipients of the prestigious PHIL Award, honoring outstanding respiratory therapists
• Collaborative Culture – A strong team atmosphere where your voice matters and your expertise is respected
• Empowered Practice – Therapists are trusted as essential members of the care team, with autonomy to make impactful decisions

Our top performers demonstrate:

• Strong critical care decision-making skills
• A collaborative, team-first mindset
• High levels of integrity and accountability
• Confidence to work autonomously while advocating for patient needs

Providence Swedish caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Swedish First Hill in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Required Qualifications:

• Successful completion of an accredited respiratory therapy educational program sufficient to qualify for licensure in Washington State
• Upon hire: Washington Respiratory Care Practitioner License
• Upon hire: National Provider BLS - American Heart Association
• National Provider ACLS - American Heart Association within 90 days of hire
• National Provider PALS - American Heart Association within 90 days of hire

Preferred Qualifications:

• 6 months Previous hospital based work experience, in the field of Respiratory Care

Why Join Providence Swedish?

Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our mission of improving the health and wellbeing of each patient we serve.