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Respiratory Therapists Needed in Anchorage Alaska
Job Title: Respiratory Therapist
Location: Anchorage, AK
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $34.72 – $52.08 per hour
About the Role
We are seeking skilled Respiratory Therapists to join our hospital-based team in Anchorage, Alaska. This is a meaningful opportunity to provide critical respiratory care to diverse patient populations, including Alaska's tribal health communities. If you are passionate about making a difference in an extraordinary setting, we want to hear from you.
Responsibilities
- Perform respiratory therapy assessments and administer treatments for acute and chronic respiratory illness
- Set up, monitor, and adjust mechanical ventilation and oxygen support systems; promptly notify physicians of abnormal changes
- Maintain secure airways and perform suctioning as needed
- Evaluate and distribute diagnostic test results to physicians and care teams
- Educate patients on procedures and respond to clinical questions
- Maintain patient charts, diagnosis codes, and billing documentation
- Train and cross-train clinical staff and allied health professionals
- Maintain competency on all current and new procedures and equipment
- Clean, sterilize, and troubleshoot equipment as needed
Qualifications
Education:
- Minimum: Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy
- Preferred: Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy
Experience:
- Minimum 1 year of critical care and pediatric experience required
- Registry-eligible therapists must have 2 years of critical care experience
- Experience in the Alaska Tribal Health System preferred
- Pediatric and/or neonatal experience preferred
Certifications:
- Must be registered or registry-eligible by the National Board of Respiratory Care (registry required within 1 year of hire)
- Current BLS required
- ACLS preferred at hire; required within 6 months
- PALS preferred at hire; required within 6 months
- NRP preferred at hire; required within 6 months
- RRT credential preferred
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement plan with employer matching contributions
- Paid Time Off starting immediately, with tenure-based increases
- 11 paid holidays
- Paid parental leave (eligible after 6 months)
- Employer-paid short/long-term disability, AD&D, and basic life insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts (healthcare and dependent care)
- Tuition discounts and professional development support
- License and certification reimbursements
- Gym access and wellness programs
- Employee Assistance Program
Schedule: Full-time
Apply today to join a team doing impactful work in one of America's most unique healthcare environments.
Pay: $34.72 - $52.08 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Medical Specialty:
- Critical & Intensive Care
Education:
- Associate (Preferred)
Experience:
- Respiratory therapy: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- RRT (Preferred)
- BLS Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $35 - $52