Respiratory Therapist - Cardiopulmonary Rehab, Day Shift, Per Diem
Listed compensation
$36.65-$54.97/hr
The week · per this posting
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations and time off.
Job Description
Respiratory Therapist – per DIEM (Day Shift)
- Location: Anacortes, WA
- Schedule: 0.1FTE / Per Diem | Day Shift
- Salary Range: $36.65 – $54.97 per hour
Differentials
- Nights – $2.75 per hour
- Evenings – $2.25 per hour
- Weekends – $2.00 per hour
Join Island Health’S Team of Respiratory Experts
At Island Health, our Respiratory Therapists are trusted clinical partners who play a vital role in helping patients breathe easier and recover stronger. In this per diem role, you’ll work alongside a collaborative care team to deliver safe, high-quality respiratory care to patients of all ages across inpatient and emergency settings.
What You’LL Do
- Set up and manage ventilators, non-invasive ventilation devices, oxygen delivery systems, and aerosol therapy
- Perform diagnostic testing, including ECGs, pulmonary function testing, and arterial blood gas analysis
- Initiate and document Respiratory Assessment Protocols, communicate findings, and collaborate with physicians on treatment plans
- Provide airway clearance therapies, breathing exercises, and patient
education
- Inspect and maintain respiratory equipment for safe operation
- Participate in patient transport while monitoring respiratory status
- Arrange and coordinate home oxygen services following hospital protocol
- Complete daily billing/charging procedures accurately within Meditech
What You’LL Bring
- Current Washington State License to practice as a Respiratory Care Practitioner
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential from NBRC
- AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
certifications
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification
- Strong clinical judgment, communication skills, and commitment to patient-centered care
Why You’LL Love Working Here
At Island Health, you’ll find more than a job — you’ll find a community.
- Supportive, team-based culture focused on collaboration and quality
- Access to continuing education and professional growth opportunities
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (for benefit-eligible roles)
- Differential pay for evenings, nights, and weekends
- Recognition programs celebrating excellence in patient care
Join our award-winning team and make a difference — one breath at a time.
Key Responsibilities
The respiratory therapist will manage ventilators and oxygen delivery systems while performing diagnostic tests like ECGs and arterial blood gas analysis. They will also collaborate with physicians on treatment plans and provide essential airway clearance therapies and patient education.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a current Washington State Respiratory Care Practitioner license and possess RRT or CRT credentials from the NBRC. Additionally, certifications in BLS, ACLS, and NRP are required for this position.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Respiratory Therapy Career Context
Of the 40 active Respiratory Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 5% are remote, 68% have no call, 48% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Washington is 107.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$95k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $89k in an average-cost state. 59.8% of Washington clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 5.1 / 10 · top 25% in respiratory therapy | ranked against 3,919 Respiratory Therapy listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $76k–$114k | Respiratory Therapy median $114k (middle half $104k–$115k)16 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$89k in purchasing power | Washington index 107.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Respiratory Therapy listings in Washington | 44 active | 3,928 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 5% remote · 68% no call · 48% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | US healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 25% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 9% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Respiratory Therapy listings | 1,263 in the last 30 days | 749 the 30 days before (+69%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
Location & Logistics
Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$95k midpoint, that is roughly $4k–$7k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
Top contract/1099 Respiratory Therapist Jobs
34 matches · ranked by paySalary Distribution
29 jobs · 20 employersAnnual compensation range
Benefits & Perks
19 jobsShare of similar jobs offering each benefit
Respiratory Therapist System Float
MultiCare Health System · Auburn, Washington
Allied Health: Respiratory Therapist Clinical Content Reviewer (Part-time, Remote, PRN Position)Per Diem
Elsevier · Remote - Nationwide
Respiratory Therapist RRT - Part Time - Evenings
$33.16-$51.4/hrPRN Respiratory Therapist
$33.05-$49.6/hr