Registered Respiratory Therapist

Intermountain Health; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 44,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differentials

36-hour work week

Job summary

Intermountain Health in Grand Junction, Colorado, is seeking an experienced Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to provide advanced respiratory care under physician orders. The role supports CRT staff and may lead special projects as designated by leadership.

Responsibilities include diagnostic testing, medication administration, thorough documentation, and collaboration with healthcare teams to optimize patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a NBRC approved Respiratory Therapist program.
• Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care (RRT).
• Current license as Registered Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.
• Specific certifications such as PALS, ACLS, NRP are required.

Responsibilities

• Performs, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic testing procedures according to protocol; obtains arterial gases.
• Administers medications safely and evaluates effects; communicates patient progress to staff and physicians.
• Completes documentation according to standards; maintains productivity and uses low census time when needed.
• Promotes mission and values while adhering to service behavior standards.

Education

NBRC-approved Respiratory Therapist program

RRT credential (NBRC)

State licensed Respiratory Therapist

BLS certification

PALS ACLS NRP certifications

Job description

Job Description

The Respiratory Therapist RRT provides advanced-level respiratory care to patients designed to diagnose, evaluate, treat, manage, and control deficiencies and/or abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system within the prescription of the order physician. This position acts as a resource to the CRT staff. The RRT may be responsible for special clinical projects or assignments as designated by leadership according to the needs of the department.

Posting Specifics

• Benefits Eligible: Yes


• Shift Variable: Nights, Evening, Day


• Hours: Full-Time (36 hours)


• Additional Details: Shift differentials given for evenings, nights and weekends

In Grand Junction, you're surrounded by countless outdoor activities (see Colorado National Monument), near access to world-class ski resorts (Aspen and Snowmass), and 3 National parks (Arches, Canyonlands, and Black Canyon of the Gunnison) while being in a community that is home to 30 wineries and tasting rooms. With 300 days of sunshine and four seasons, Grand Junction's a wonderful place to live.

Essential Functions

• Performs, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic testing procedures according to protocol. Obtains arterial gases. Oversees and troubleshoots the operation of equipment for optimal patient care. Initiates Respiratory Protocol according to department criteria. Initiates interventions based on the interpretation of assessments.


• Administers medications in a timely and safe manner. Evaluates effect and re-evaluates appropriately and according to protocol. Ensures that progress of patient is communicated to staff, physicians and other departments. Makes appropriate recommendations for patient care. Recognizes the educational needs of patients and families in relation to health promotion and wellness. Teaches patients and families self care techniques and modalities.


• Completes documentation according to departmental standards. Accurately documents productivity information. Utilizes time effectively to achieve productivity standard, including utilizing low census time when patient load does not support full productivity.


• Promotes mission, vision, values and abides by service behavior standards.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of a NBRC approved Respiratory Therapist program is required. Education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Degree will be verified.


• Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care (RRT).


• Current license as Registered Respiratory Therapy in the state of practice is required.


• Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers is required.


• Specific certifications as required (i.e. PALS, ACLS, NRP) is required.


• Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.


• Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.


• Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.


• Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.


• Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.).


• May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.

Location

St. Marys Regional Hospital

Work City

Grand Junction

Work State

Colorado

Scheduled Weekly Hours

36

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.

$32.34 - $49.94

Learn More About Our Comprehensive Benefits Package Here.

We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

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