Respiratory Care Practitioner

Respiratory Care Practitioner

Jefferson Healthcare
Port Townsend, Washington

Salary: $39.00 – $59.00 per hour depending on experience
Setting: Respiratory Therapy
Position Type: Part Time

This Is Where Your Work Quietly Saves Lives

Some of the most important moments in healthcare happen overnight.

Rural Staffing Services is supporting Jefferson Healthcare in recruiting a Respiratory Care Practitioner to join their night shift team.

This role is ideal for a compassionate clinician who brings both skill and calm presence to patient care. From supporting patients with respiratory needs to assisting in critical moments, your work will have a direct and meaningful impact.

About Jefferson Healthcare

Jefferson Healthcare is a highly respected community hospital serving East Jefferson County and surrounding areas.

As a critical access hospital with a strong reputation for quality care, the organization provides a wide range of services while maintaining a close connection to the community it serves.

The care teams here are collaborative, supportive, and committed to delivering exceptional care at every hour of the day and night.

About the Community

Port Townsend, Washington

Port Townsend is creative, coastal, and full of character.

This is a town where maritime history meets a thriving arts scene, and where life feels both grounded and inspired.

Surrounded by water and mountains, the area offers:

Access to coastal living, boating, and kayaking
Nearby hiking and outdoor exploration in the Olympic Peninsula
A vibrant arts and music community
Local restaurants, coffee shops, and independently owned businesses
A welcoming and connected community

It is a place where you can step away from the noise and into a lifestyle that feels intentional and balanced.

Why This Role Matters

Respiratory care is essential in both routine and critical patient care.

During the night shift, your presence provides stability, expertise, and reassurance for patients and care teams alike.

You will play a key role in supporting cardiopulmonary health, responding to patient needs, and ensuring continuity of care during overnight hours.

The Opportunity

Provide respiratory care services in accordance with physician orders and clinical protocols

Support patients across a range of needs including cardiopulmonary care and newborn care

Administer treatments and therapies to improve breathing and overall respiratory function

Monitor patient status and respond to changes in condition

Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and care teams to coordinate patient care

Maintain accurate and timely documentation

Continue to build and maintain clinical knowledge and certifications

Schedule and Work Environment

Part time position

Thirty six hours per week

Night shift

Three twelve hour shifts per week

Schedule typically from 6:00 PM to 6:30 AM

Supportive and collaborative care environment

What We Are Looking For

Current Washington State Respiratory Therapist license

Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program

Basic Life Support certification

Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification

Neonatal Resuscitation Program certification

One or more years of clinical experience preferred

Experience in labor and delivery preferred

Strong clinical judgment and communication skills

A calm, team oriented approach to patient care

Compensation and Benefits Highlights

Hourly pay within the stated range depending on experience

Sign on bonus available

Night shift differential pay

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement contributions and paid time off

Supportive team environment and opportunities for growth

A Place to Practice and Belong

At Jefferson Healthcare, every role matters and every team member is valued.

This is an opportunity to be part of a healthcare organization where your work is meaningful, your team is supportive, and your environment allows you to grow.

In Port Townsend, you will find a community that is welcoming, creative, and deeply connected.

For those who are called to care for others, especially during the quiet hours of the night, this role offers both purpose and balance.

About Rural Staffing Services

Rural Staffing Services is a mission driven recruiting firm dedicated to supporting rural hospitals across the country.

We believe healthcare is strongest when communities are supported by the right people, in the right roles, at the right time.

Our approach is relationship based, transparent, and built on trust. We partner closely with both candidates and hospitals to ensure the right long term fit.