Respiratory Care Specialist

Job Description

Harborview Medical Center is currently recruiting for a RESPIRATORY CARE SPECIALIST to join our Respiratory Care Team! WORK SCHEDULE40 hours per weekInquire About ShiftPRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIESUtilize the respiratory process (assessment planning implementation and evaluation) to recommend/consult prioritize delegate coordinate and provide safe therapeutic allocation of respiratory resources to patientsMake independent judgments/decisions and takes action regarding a wide range of routine and complex staffing issuesCollaborates with appropriate disciplines to coordinate continuity of patient care from admission through discharge in support of the respiratory medical and nursing plans of carePerform specific leadership functions related to clinical practice education and/or management as delegated by and in collaboration with the Respiratory ManagerAssume patient care supervisory and preceptor responsibilitiesProvides leadership for unit and departmental activitiesREQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONSCompletion of a respiratory care program approved by the State of Washington Department of Health AND three years of respiratory care therapy experience OR equivalent education/ be RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist) by Washington StateABOUT HARBORVIEW MEDICAL CENTER As the regions only Level I Trauma center Harborview Medical Center is well known for innovations and excellence in trauma care and its centers of emphasis: Trauma Burn Neurosciences AIDS/STD CARER and mentally and medically vulnerable addition to the centers of emphasis HMC serves a mission population for King County. Harborview employees are committed to the vital role the institution plays in the immediate community as well as the entire Northwest region. HMC is owned by King County and managed by the University of Washington (UW) and serves as a training site for UWs School of . Community. Opportunity. Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community. ABOUT UW MEDICINE WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER UW Medicine is Washingtons only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicines mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region and preparing tomorrows physicians scientists and other health across UW Medicine our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful welcoming environment where every patient family student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29000 healthcare professionals researchers and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center UW Medical Center - Montlake UW Medical Center - Northwest Valley Medical Center UW Medicine Primary Care UW Physicians UW School of Medicine and Airlift Northwest. Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.

Compensation Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$107112.00 annual

Pay Range Maximum:

$167592.00 annual

Other Compensation:

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Benefits:

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Temporary or Regular

This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

100.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit:

SEIU 1199NW HMC Respiratory Therapist/Anesthesiology Tech/END Tech

About the UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier return they enjoy outstanding benefits opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity intellectual excitement artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race color creed religion national origin citizenship sex pregnancy age marital status sexual orientation gender identity or expression genetic information disability or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

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Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.