Advanced Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Patient Care Leader

Intermountain Healthcare; Wheat Ridge (CO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Intermountain Health in Wheat Ridge, Colorado seeks an experienced Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to provide advanced cardiopulmonary care. You will act as a resource to CRT staff, initiate respiratory protocols, and collaborate with physicians and nurses to optimize patient outcomes.

The role requires NBRC-approved RT education, current RRT credential, state licensure, and BLS certification, with opportunities to contribute to quality improvement and staff development.

Qualifications

• Graduate of NBRC-approved Respiratory Therapist program is required.
• RRT certification current.
• State license as Respiratory Therapist required.
• BLS for healthcare providers required.

Responsibilities

• Perform, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic testing procedures per protocol.
• Obtain arterial blood gases.
• Administer medications safely and timely; monitor effects.
• Document productivity and patient progress per standards.
• Participate in quality safety initiatives and department meetings.

Skills

Respiratory Therapy

Patient Education

Life Support

Care Planning

Documentation

Quality Improvement

Team Collaboration

Education

NBRC-approved RT program

RRT certification

State Respiratory Therapist license

BLS certification

Job description

Intermountain Health in Wheat Ridge, Colorado seeks an experienced Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to provide advanced cardiopulmonary care. You will act as a resource to CRT staff, initiate respiratory protocols, and collaborate with physicians and nurses to optimize patient outcomes.

The role requires NBRC-approved RT education, current RRT credential, state licensure, and BLS certification, with opportunities to contribute to quality improvement and staff development.