Critical Care Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

IHA; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Saint Alphonsus Health System in Boise, ID, seeks a Respiratory Therapist to provide general and emergency respiratory care under physician protocols and department standards, delivering compassionate patient-focused treatment across ages.

Responsibilities include airway and ventilator management, ABG collection and interpretation, arterial line insertions, bronchoscopy support, and participating in rounds with physicians in critical care units, while documenting care accurately.

Qualifications

• Active license to practice respiratory care in Idaho or Oregon.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) through NBRC.
• BLS certification required; ACLS/PALS within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Airway and ventilator management, including assessment and monitoring.
• ABG collection, analysis, and interpretation; arterial line placement.
• Routinely rounds with physicians in critical care units; preceptor to staff.
• Document care and participate in department programs and protocols.

Skills

RRT licensure

BLS certification

ACLS/PALS within 6 months

Education

NBRC-Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential

Job description

Saint Alphonsus Health System in Boise, ID, seeks a Respiratory Therapist to provide general and emergency respiratory care under physician protocols and department standards, delivering compassionate patient-focused treatment across ages.

Responsibilities include airway and ventilator management, ABG collection and interpretation, arterial line insertions, bronchoscopy support, and participating in rounds with physicians in critical care units, while documenting care accurately.