Respiratory Therapist – Fife, WA
Listed compensation
$40-$45/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about weekend coverage, nights and shift pattern and time off.
Job Description
At Accendra Health, we understand that healthcare is complex, and we’re here to make it easier. We help deliver care beyond traditional settings, making essential products and services more accessible through every stage of life. As part of the care team, our teammates play a critical role in delivering personalized, long-term care for the patients we serve.
With deep expertise promoting health outside the hospital and a presence in communities nationwide through our Apria and Byram Healthcare brands, Accendra Health does more than just deliver the essentials.
If you’re interested in meaningful work with impact, explore our career opportunities and join us in our purpose of Bringing Care To Life™.
Why Is This Respiratory Therapist Role Different
This role provides a strong balance of office-based patient support and limited travel, with highly manageable on-call expectations. Ideal for RTs who thrive in a collaborative, hands-on environment with a focus on patient education and respiratory care excellence.
- Key highlights
- Work Arrangement: On-site; 60% office, 40% road.
- Hours: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
- Driving Distance: Up to 70 miles; normally 20–30 miles.
- Moving in between locations
Salary Range
$40 – $45 per hour. Compensation offered may vary based on job-related factors such as experience, skills, education and location.
On-Call transparency
1 week every 4-6 weeks
- What you’ll do
- Conduct home visits to perform oxygen, CPAP/BiPAP, and ventilation equipment setups and follow‑ups
- Educate patients and caregivers on equipment use, cleaning, troubleshooting, and maintenance
- Assess patient needs, document care delivered, and escalate concerns appropriately
- Respond to hospital discharge requests and support patient needs
- Collaborating with physicians, case managers, and internal branch teams
Maintain Accurate Documentation Using iPad/laptop
- Set up and operate various types of respiratory care equipment, including, but not limited to, oxygen therapy, nebulization therapy, apnea monitoring, suctioning, PAP, invasive and non-invasive ventilation
- Inspects and tests equipment to ensure proper operating condition
- Perform clinical assessments and tests such as pulse oximetry, ETCO2, spirometry and gathering vital signs
- Performs other duties as required
What We Look For
Registered Respiratory Therapist with an active WA RT license. OR RT License is a plus or willingness to obtain.
Ability to stand, lift, push and/or pull objects ranging from 10 – 50 lbs.
Valid Driver's License
Comfortable using mobile technology, navigation tools, and digital documentation.
Education
Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
- Certificates, licenses, registrations or professional designations
- Hold a current RCP license in the state of practice (or states that the location covers) if that state requires an RCP license to allow the practice of respiratory therapy
- Hold a current CPR Certification
- Hold all applicable licensure in good standing for all states of practice
If you feel this opportunity could be the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply.
Teammate Benefits
As an Accendra Health employee, you have choices to fit your life. Our comprehensive benefits program is designed to meet you where you are — through all of life’s stages. We’ve got you and your family covered with benefits that support your health, finances, and overall wellness.
Our benefits program includes:
- Medical, dental, and vision care coverage
- Paid time off plan
- 401(k) Plan
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Basic life insurance
- Short-and long-term disability coverage
- Accident insurance
- Teammate Assistance Program
- Paid parental leave
- Domestic partner benefits
- Mental, physical, and financial well-being programs
If you feel this opportunity could be the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply.
Accendra is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, religion, disability, age, status as a veteran, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law.
Note: Accendra is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails.
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No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by our Company as a result of the referral or through other means.
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Key Responsibilities
Conduct home visits to perform respiratory equipment setups and educate patients on the proper use and maintenance of devices. Collaborate with physicians and internal teams to assess patient needs and maintain accurate clinical documentation.
Requirements
Requires a Registered Respiratory Therapist with an active Washington state license and a valid driver's license. Candidates must be graduates of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program and possess current CPR certification.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Respiratory Therapy Career Context
Of the 40 active Respiratory Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 43% have no call, 60% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Washington is 107.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$88k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $83k 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $83k–$94k | Respiratory Therapy median $96k (middle half $82k–$115k)17 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$83k in purchasing power | Washington index 107.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Respiratory Therapy listings in Washington | 44 active | 3,917 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 43% no call · 60% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
Location & Logistics
Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$88k midpoint, that is roughly $4k–$6k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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