Registered Respiratory Therapist

fhp· Respiratory Therapy
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📍 Fairbanks, AK, USFULL TIME💰 USD 40–64

About this role

Overview

$20,000 Retention Bonus!

 

Make your move to Alaska! Experience the midnight sun in the summer, a front-row seat to the northern lights in the winter, and the opportunity to advance your experience and skills as you enjoy the Alaskan lifestyle.

Foundation Health Partners (FHP) is looking for a Registered Respiratory Therapist to join their team!  

 

This position independently provides respiratory care, pulmonary and cardiology diagnostic testing to patients in a variety of health care settings. 

 

Pay & Benefits:

  • Compensation: $40.08 to $64.13 hourly wage based on experience and education
  • Retention Bonus: $20,000 Retention Bonus for eligible new hires
  • Relocation Assistance: up to $7,500 Relocation Assistance
  • Temporary Housing: 90 Days Temporary Housing Provided
  • Additional Pay: Shift Differential, Annual Increases, Paid Time Off
  • Benefits: medical, vision, dental, 401k with employer match
  • Education Benefits: FHP Tuition Assistance, Student Loan Forgiveness
  • Other Benefits: Onsite Gym, Wellness Programs, Discount programs
  • 2 Shifts Available:- 1 Full-time, 36 hours per week, 3X12 hour DAY Shift 7:00AM- 7:30PM

- 1 Full-time, 36 hours per week, 3X12 hour NIGHT Shift 7:00PM- 7:30AM

 

*Holidays and rotating weekend coverage required

 

Shift Differentials Available: $2.00/hr. Weekend- $2.50/hr. Evening - $6.00/hr. Night 

 

About Fairbanks Memorial HospitalFairbanks Memorial Hospital is a non-profit facility owned by the Greater Fairbanks Community Hospital Foundation. A Joint Commission-accredited facility with 152 licensed beds, Fairbanks Memorial Hospital is the primary referral center for residents of Alaska's interior. We have a strong patient to nurse ratio and a culture of Shared Leadership. In addition to our exceptional clinical environment, our location offers incomparable lifestyle rewards away from work. In Fairbanks, small-town living, spectacular natural beauty and endless recreation combine to create a one-of-a-kind place to live, work and play. 

 

Living in Fairbanks:

As the second largest city in Alaska, Fairbanks offers a unique blend of large-town amenities, breathtaking landscapes, and plenty of wide-open space, making this community one of the most special in the country. With a rich history and plentiful diversity, Fairbanks is proud to be called the Golden Heart City, and only once you visit will you understand the name to be true. 

  • No state income tax and no sales tax.
  • Second largest city in Alaska at 100,000 residents.
  • College Town – the University of Alaska Fairbanks, UAF Community & Technical College
  • Military Community – Ft. Wainwright Army Post & Eielson Air Force Base.
  • 15 Elementary Schools | 4 Middle Schools | 4 High Schools | 10 District “Schools of Choice”| robust youth sports programs

Summer activities: Midnight sun, hiking, fishing, camping, gold panning, kayaking, berry picking, rafting, rock climbing, recreational flying, community-wide festivals, live music, and events.

Winter activities: Northern lights, skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, hockey, curling, ice fishing, dog mushing, ice climbing, hunting, ice art, word class hot springs, community-wide art shows, and festivals etc.

 

Responsibilities

  • Performs all basic modalities of respiratory care as prescribed by physicians and/or licensed independent practitioners in accordance with established department/hospital policies and procedures.
  • Applies and manages mechanical ventilators in collaboration with physicians and/or licensed independent practitioners, recommending adjustments to improve clinical condition, patient comfort and to expedite the weaning process.
  • Assembles, disassembles, operates, maintains, troubleshoots, cleans and performs adjustments in the applications of durable medical equipment and circuitry used in the delivery of respiratory care as prescribed in accordance with established department/hospital policies and procedures.
  • Performs pulmonary and cardiology diagnostic testing as prescribed in accordance with established department/hospital policies and procedures.
  • Performs patient assessments and evaluates patient response to care provided, making recommendations to physicians regarding the plan of care, appropriate use of respiratory therapy and modification of therapy as clinical condition changes. Documents therapy provided in an accurate and complete manner in accordance with established department/hospital policies and procedures.
  • Communicates and collaborates with resource staff in formulating care plans, recommendations for change in therapy and identification/resolution of problems and when confronted with unfamiliar situations, procedures and techniques.
  • Monitors daily workflow of departmental processes, and works assigned shifts in areas of oversight. Maintains skills to perform all functions in area of oversight. Acts as a subject matter expert and resource for departmental staff. 

    • Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards. Provides all customers of Foundation Health with an excellent service experience by consistently demonstrating our core and leader behaviors each and every day.

    Qualifications

    Associate or technical degree

     

    Proof of having passed the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) as a Registered Respiratory Therapist

    (RRT) or Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist. A current license in state practiced as required by state law. Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) required. In Home Care setting, must possess valid drivers license and be eligible for coverage under the company auto insurance policy.

     

    Must be knowledgeable of clinical techniques, applications and equipment as typically obtained through 1 year of clinical experience. Must possess highly effective human relation skills necessary to interface with patients, families, staff and other healthcare personnel. Foundation Registry and Travel positions require a minimum of one year experience in an acute care hospital setting. Experience must include working in an acute care setting within the past 12 months as an RRT in the specialty area.

     

    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

     

    Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

     

    Foundation Health Partners is an EEO/AAP employer; qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the salary for the Registered Respiratory Therapist role at fhp?
    The listed salary for this Registered Respiratory Therapist position at fhp is USD 40–64. This is an FULL TIME role.
    Where is the Registered Respiratory Therapist position at fhp located?
    This Registered Respiratory Therapist role at fhp is based in Fairbanks, AK, US. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
    Is the Registered Respiratory Therapist role at fhp full-time or part-time?
    This is listed as a FULL TIME position. It is posted as a Registered Respiratory Therapist role in the Respiratory Therapy department at fhp.
    Which team or department does the Registered Respiratory Therapist at fhp belong to?
    This Registered Respiratory Therapist position is part of the Respiratory Therapy department at fhp. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
    How do I apply for the Registered Respiratory Therapist position at fhp?
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    When was the Registered Respiratory Therapist job at fhp posted?
    This Registered Respiratory Therapist position at fhp was posted on Jun 3, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
    Registered Respiratory Therapist
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