Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Yakima, WA

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.

1-15 of 29 Jobs

Travel Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

  • Yakima, WA
  • 13 days ago
  • Yakima, WA
  • 13 days ago

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

Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist RRT

  • Yakima, WA
  • 11 days ago
  • Yakima, WA
  • 11 days ago

We. Are. OneStaff. Medical. An independently-owned, nationally-recognized and amazingly awesome staffing firm ready to work for you! A work ethic forged in the Midwest, we are here to stand by...

Registered Respiratory Therapist

  • Yakima, WA
  • 19 days ago
  • Yakima, WA
  • 19 days ago

We. Are. OneStaff. Medical. An independently-owned, nationally-recognized and amazingly awesome staffing firm ready to work for you! A work ethic forged in the Midwest, we are here to stand by...

Travel Respiratory Therapist - $2,814 per week

  • Ellensburg, WA (24 miles from Yakima, WA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Ellensburg, WA (24 miles from Yakima, WA)
  • 19 hours ago

IDR Healthcare is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Ellensburg, Washington....

LRS Healthcare - Allied is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Yakima, Washington....

Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $2,125 per week

  • Yakima, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Yakima, WA
  • 2 days ago

Employment Type: Travel Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist Registered Respiratory Therapist Discipline: Allied Health Professional Allied Health Professional Start Date: 05/05/2025 05/05/2025...

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Respiratory Therapist - Cardiopulmonary Services - Per Diem

  • Ellensburg, WA (24 miles from Yakima, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Ellensburg, WA (24 miles from Yakima, WA)
  • 3 days ago

Assists Nursing staff with short term relief during high utilization times.QualificationsWhat is required...Registry with the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) as a Registered Respiratory Therapist...

Respiratory Care Practitioner Registered

  • Yakima, WA
  • 4 days ago
  • Yakima, WA
  • 4 days 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...

Travel Pediatric Respiratory Therapist - $2,056 per week

  • Yakima, WA
  • 5 days ago
  • Yakima, WA
  • 5 days ago

Employment Type: Travel Specialty: Pediatric Respiratory Therapist Pediatric Respiratory Therapist Discipline: Allied Health Professional Allied Health Professional Start Date: 05/05/2025 05/05/2025...

Travel Respiratory Care Practitioner - $2,083 per week

  • Yakima, WA
  • 6 days ago
  • Yakima, WA
  • 6 days ago

Focus Staff is seeking a travel Respiratory Care Practitioner for a travel job in Yakima, Washington....

Travel Respiratory Therapist - $2,203 per week

  • Yakima, WA
  • 9 days ago
  • Yakima, WA
  • 9 days ago

: Travel Specialty: Respiratory Therapist Respiratory Therapist Discipline: Allied Health Professional Allied Health Professional Start Date: 04/21/2025 04/21/2025 Duration: 12 weeks 12 weeks 36 hours...

Travel Respiratory Therapist - $2,281 per week

  • Yakima, WA
  • 10 days ago
  • Yakima, WA
  • 10 days ago

Requirements Respiratory Therapist credential by the NBRC, and CPR certification required. Eighteen months of respiratory care experience preferred, ideally in a critical care setting....

Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $2,005 per week

  • Yakima, WA
  • 12 days ago
  • Yakima, WA
  • 12 days ago

Type: Travel Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist Registered Respiratory Therapist Discipline: Allied Health Professional Allied Health Professional Start Date: 04/07/2025 04/07/2025 Duration...

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Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

  • Yakima, WA
  • 13 days ago
  • Yakima, WA
  • 13 days ago

Epic Travel Staffing is hiring a Travel - Respiratory Therapist Shift: Days, 6:30a-7p, 12x3, 36hrs per week Length: 13 weeks Varied weekend rotation Holiday as needed R equirements: WA License 1 year...

Travel Respiratory Therapist - $2,308 per week

  • Yakima, WA
  • 13 days ago
  • Yakima, WA
  • 13 days ago

: Travel Specialty: Respiratory Therapist Respiratory Therapist Discipline: Allied Health Professional Allied Health Professional Start Date: 04/21/2025 04/21/2025 Duration: 13 weeks 13 weeks 36 hours...

Demographic Data for Yakima, WA

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Salary for Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Yakima, WA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Respiratory Therapists in Yakima, WA offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
42.7%
Bachelor's Degree
30.5%
Master's Degree
12.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.8%
Doctorate Degree
4.6%
High School or GED
4.3%
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 Yakima, WA
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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