Flight NICU Respiratory Therapist - Night Shift, Tuition

Ardent Health Services; Pocatello (ID); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ardent Health Services is seeking a Night Shift, full-time Respiratory Therapy NICU Flight Respiratory Therapist in Pocatello, ID. The role requires NICU experience, transport responsibilities, and flight protocol proficiency at Portneuf Medical Center.

The ideal candidate will hold an AMA-approved respiratory care program, NBRC-registered RT, and Idaho license, with BLS, ACLS, NRP and PALS within specified timelines. This is a high-responsibility, patient-centered position in a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• Completion of a respiratory care program approved by the AMA.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist by the NBRC.
• Current Idaho State License to practice Respiratory Care.
• 2 years of clinical experience in an acute care hospital with 1 year in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.
• BLS, ACLS, NRP within required timelines.
• PALS and STABLE within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provides quality therapy and care to patients with cardiopulmonary or neuro/metabolic disturbances.
• Communicates with physicians about therapy efficacy and documents progress.
• Flight RT duties include interhospital transports and participation in transport training and competencies.
• Administers and documents medications per policies.
• Precepts and mentors staff, students, and new hires.
• Maintains flight-specific proficiency and safety procedures.

Skills

BLS certification

ACLS

NRP

PALS

Neonatal transport

Education

Respiratory care program (AMA approved)

Job description

Ardent Health Services is seeking a Night Shift, full-time Respiratory Therapy NICU Flight Respiratory Therapist in Pocatello, ID. The role requires NICU experience, transport responsibilities, and flight protocol proficiency at Portneuf Medical Center.

The ideal candidate will hold an AMA-approved respiratory care program, NBRC-registered RT, and Idaho license, with BLS, ACLS, NRP and PALS within specified timelines. This is a high-responsibility, patient-centered position in a dynamic team.