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Prosser Memorial Health
Prosser, Washington

Respiratory Therapist - $20,000 SIGN-ON BONUS

Respiratory TherapistIncludes callFull-Time

Listed compensation

$31.35-$47.38/hr

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 4mo ago

Job Description

  • Respiratory Therapist – Full-Time (.9 FTE | 72 hrs/pp)
  • $20,000 SIGN-ON BONUS
  • Flexible Scheduling | New Hospital | Excellent Benefits | New Grads Welcome!

About the Role

Prosser Memorial Health is seeking a compassionate and skilled Respiratory Therapist to join our 5-Star CMS–rated hospital team. In this role, you will deliver high-quality cardiopulmonary and respiratory care services under the guidance of the Cardiopulmonary Manager and in alignment with the standards of the American Association for Respiratory Care.

Job Summary

Under the direct supervision of the Cardiopulmonary Manager the respiratory therapist performs Cardiopulmonary and Respiratory Care related procedures under the guidelines of the American Association for Respiratory Care.

Education And/or Experience Requirements

  • Education and Formal Training: Associate’s Degree in Respiratory Care or Bachelor’s Degree.
  • Valid/ Unrestricted license as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in the State of Washington.
  • Work Experience: Previous clinical experience in Respiratory Care preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Outstanding clinical, communication, and interpersonal skills required. BLS certification required upon hire. ACLS, PALS and NRP certifications required within 6 months of hire. Ability to access all patient care areas and to successfully complete Respiratory Care competencies required.

  • Required ability to use hardware, software and other computer based technical tools.
  • Licensure & Certifications Requirements

BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP, CRT, RRT

Compensation & Benefits

  • Pay Range: $31.35 – $47.38
  • Sign-On Bonus: $20,000
  • Excellent health, dental, and vision benefits
  • Retirement plan with employer contributions
  • Generous paid time off

Why Prosser?

Prosser Memorial Health is proud to be the ONLY Critical Access Hospital in Washington State with a 5-Star CMS rating and ranked among the Top 10 Recommended Hospitals in Washington.

Community Highlights

  • Friendly, welcoming community at the heart of Washington wine country
  • 300 days of sunshine with easy access to the Yakima River and outdoor recreation
  • Just 30 minutes from the Tri-Cities (Pasco, Kennewick, Richland) and the Tri-Cities Airport (PSC)
  • Cost of living 18% lower than the national average
  • Quick 30-minute flights to Seattle, WA, or Portland, OR

National Recognition

#1 Best Suburbs to Buy a House in WA (Niche)

#1 Best Places to Live in WA (AreaVibes)

#1 Most Secure Mid-Sized City in the U.S.

Join Our Team!

At Prosser Memorial Health, you’ll find more than just a job—you’ll find a community and a mission. Whether you’re an experienced professional or a new graduate, this is an opportunity to grow your career in a supportive environment, with state-of-the-art facilities and an outstanding team.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality cardiopulmonary and respiratory care services under the guidance of the Cardiopulmonary Manager. Perform respiratory care procedures in alignment with American Association for Respiratory Care standards.

Requirements

Requires an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Care and a valid Washington State license. BLS certification is required upon hire, with ACLS, PALS, and NRP required within six months.

Qualifications

Education
Bachelor degree

Key Skills

Cardiopulmonary CareTechnical Tool Proficiency

Respiratory Therapy Career Context

Of the 40 active Respiratory Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 3% are remote, 53% have no call, 63% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Washington is 107.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$82k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $77k in an average-cost state. 59.8% of Washington clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Location & Logistics

Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$82k midpoint, that is roughly $3k–$6k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

Top Respiratory Therapist Jobs

25 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution25 jobs · 22 employers

8
<$95k
10
$95k-110k
4
$110k-125k
3
$125k-140k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks18 jobs

401k / retirement match
89% this job
Sign-on bonus
33% this job
Loan repayment
11%
Relocation assistance
11%
PSLF eligible
11%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Respiratory Therapist

Sutter Health · Sacramento, California

$47.68-$66.75/hr
#2

Respiratory Therapist – CRT/RRT

Garnet Health · Middletown, New York

$45.05 - $63.70/hr
#3

Respiratory Therapist II

$41.41-$62.92/hr
#4

Respiratory Therapist (RT), Cardiopulmonary Rehab - Full Time (36hrs/week), Egg Harbor Township

$36.14-$56.23/hr
+ 23 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 3.0
Better work-life than 50% of Respiratory Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,889 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • On-site
  • Includes call

Living in Prosser

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$391k
Median resident rent
$944/mo
Residents’ average commute
21 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
100.1
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Kennewick-Richland, WA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Prosser Memorial Health

Hospitals and Health Care
Prosser, Washington
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

$20,000 sign-on bonus
Flexible scheduling
Health, dental, and vision benefits
Retirement plan with employer contributions
Generous paid time off