Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Washington

A Respiratory Therapist plays a vital role in the therapy industry by providing care for patients with breathing or cardiopulmonary disorders. They assess, treat, and care for patients with lung diseases such as asthma, cystic fibrosis, and COPD. They are also essential in emergency situations, providing life-saving treatment to victims of heart attacks, stroke, drowning, or shock. Respiratory Therapists are responsible for operating and maintaining various types of respiratory equipment, including ventilators and artificial airway devices.

Respiratory Therapists should possess strong problem-solving skills, compassion, and attention to detail. An essential requirement is a certification from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) which includes Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) and Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credentials. Prior to becoming a Respiratory Therapist, a person could have roles such as a respiratory therapy technician, a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or a medical assistant, which offer valuable patient care experience.

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Travel Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

  • Fusion Medical Staffing
  • Wenatchee, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Wenatchee, WA
  • 2 days ago

Required Qualifications: One year of recent experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from the NBRC Valid respiratory therapy license in compliance...

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Respiratory Unit - Respiratory Therapist

  • Trusted Health
  • Anacortes, WA
  • 4 days ago
  • Anacortes, WA
  • 4 days ago

Respiratory Therapist) or the alternative certification CRT (National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)) BLS (Basic Life Support) Skills Checklist: Yes References: Yes Certifications: Pediatric Advanced...

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CARDIOPULMONARY - Respiratory Therapist

  • Trusted Health
  • Ellensburg, WA
  • 19 days ago
  • Ellensburg, WA
  • 19 days ago

Respiratory Therapist) Skills Checklist: Yes References: Yes Certifications: Pediatric Advanced Life Support, Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support, Registered Respiratory Therapist, Neonatal Resuscitation...

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Neonatal Intensive Care Unit - Respiratory Therapist

  • Trusted Health
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 21 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 21 days ago

Trusted is seeking an experienced allied health professional for this exciting travel assignment. Trusted has streamlined the travel experience by enabling clinicians to apply directly to jobs...

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Travel Respiratory Therapist

  • Titan Medical Group
  • Richland, WA
  • 28 days ago
  • Richland, WA
  • 28 days ago

Travel Respiratory Therapist Weekly Gross Pay: $1858.00 - $2058.00 Location: Richland, WA, United States Start date: 6/8/2026 Assignment length: 13 Weeks Minimum years of relevant experience in healthcare...

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Respiratory Care Practitioner Registered PRN

  • MultiCare
  • Spokane Valley, WA
  • moments ago
  • Spokane Valley, WA
  • moments ago

Requirements Graduate of AMA approved Respiratory Therapy Training program Registered (RRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) with the State...

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OC Respiratory Care Practitioner, Sleep Medicine full-time

  • Overlake Hospital Medical Center
  • Bellevue, WA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Bellevue, WA
  • 1 hour ago

Minimum of two (2) years as a Respiratory Care Therapist. Must be Registered RCP (RRT) with the NBRC....

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Travel Allied - Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

  • Epic Travel Staffing
  • Wenatchee, WA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Wenatchee, WA
  • 3 hours ago

Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist Epic Travel Staffing is hiring a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist....

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Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - $2,062 per week in Chewelah, WA

  • TRS Healthcare
  • Chewelah, WA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Chewelah, WA
  • 8 hours ago

The Registered Respiratory Therapist must be certified to work in Washington or be able to attain certification beforehand....

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Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) in Seattle, WA

  • Blu Medstaff LLC
  • Seattle, WA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 8 hours ago

Why Choose Blu MedStaff? At Blu MedStaff, we truly value our nurses and are dedicated to supporting you every step of the way. Here's why you should join our team: Comprehensive Health: Enjoy...

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Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - $2,188 per week in Tacoma, WA

  • Medical Solutions
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 8 hours ago

A facility in Tacoma, WA is looking for an exceptional RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist) for a Local Contract....

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Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - $1,889 per week in Chewelah, WA

  • Medical Solutions
  • Chewelah, WA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Chewelah, WA
  • 8 hours ago

A facility in Chewelah, WA is looking for an exceptional RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist) for a Local Contract....

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Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - $1,716 per week in Spokane, WA

  • Medical Solutions
  • Spokane, WA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Spokane, WA
  • 8 hours ago

A facility in Spokane, WA is looking for an exceptional RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist) for a Local Contract....

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Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - $1,982 per week in Colville, WA

  • TRS Healthcare
  • Colville, WA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Colville, WA
  • 8 hours ago

The Registered Respiratory Therapist must be certified to work in Washington or be able to attain certification beforehand....

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Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - $1,694 to $1,956 per week in Chewelah, WA

  • National Staffing Solutions
  • Chewelah, WA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Chewelah, WA
  • 8 hours ago

Details of the RRT - Skilled Nursing opening in Chewelah, WA: Anticipated Start Date: 06/29/2026 Anticipated Pay Range: $1693.61 - $1955.92 Work Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility Anticipated...

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Demographic Data for Washington

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Salary for Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Washington

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Respiratory Therapist positions.



Highest Education Level

Respiratory Therapists in Washington offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
43.0%
Bachelor's Degree
30.5%
Master's Degree
12.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.8%
Doctorate Degree
4.6%
High School or GED
4.2%
Some College
0.5%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Respiratory Therapists in Washington
Less than 1 year
47.4%
None
23.4%
1-2 years
20.2%
2-4 years
6.2%
4-6 years
2.8%



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