He began his short professional career by playing one game for the Boston Bruins in the 1975–76 NHL season.

After the collapse of the WHA, Adduono went back to the NHL where he played three games for the Atlanta Flames.

In 1990, Rick joined the coaching staff of the Thunder Bay Flyers of the United States Hockey League.

Adduono was head coach of the Roanoke Valley Vipers of the United Hockey League.

After one year with the Roosters, he accepted the head coach position at fellow DEL side Krefeld Pinguine prior to the 2009-10 season.