Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Therapy, Day Shift, Part Time
Listed compensation
$36.65-$54.97/hr
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Job Description
Respiratory Therapist – per DIEM (Variable Shift)
- Location: Anacortes, WA
- Schedule: 0.6 FTE / Part Time | 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 part time 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 care teams to develop treatment plans and provide patient education across inpatient and emergency settings.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a current Washington State license as a Respiratory Care Practitioner and possess RRT or CRT credentials. Additionally, certifications in BLS, ACLS, and NRP are required to ensure safe and effective patient care.
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, 3% are remote, 53% have no call, 60% require no weekends.
Respiratory Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 1.5% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | not listed | Respiratory Therapy median $96k (middle half $88k–$115k)19 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost of living | Washington index 107.0 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Respiratory Therapy listings in Washington | 43 active | 4,016 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 3% remote · 53% no call · 60% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | US healthcare professional listings: 24% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 9% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Respiratory Therapy listings | 1,258 in the last 30 days | 743 the 30 days before (+69%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Respiratory Therapy pay trend | −1.5% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
Location & Logistics
Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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