Registered Respiratory Therapist

Personal Touch Home Health Care Services Inc.; Miles City (MT); On-site; USD 44,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Personal Touch Home Health Care Services Inc. in Miles City, MT, is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to provide advanced cardiopulmonary care, diagnose, evaluate, and manage patient conditions while guiding staff on clinical projects.

The role requires AMA-accredited RT education, active state licensure as an RRT, ACLS for critical care areas, and a commitment to safety, quality, and patient-family education. It includes a full-time night shift with competitive pay.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA-accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
• Current state license and certification as a Registered Respiratory Therapist.
• Health Care Provider Life Support certification, with ACLS required for critical care areas; additional certifications may be required for specialty areas.

Responsibilities

• Performing and interpreting diagnostic tests, obtaining arterial gases, and troubleshooting equipment for optimal patient care.
• Administering medications safely, evaluating effects, and communicating patient progress to staff and physicians.
• Monitoring patient conditions, sharing information, and recommending care strategies while educating patients and families on self-care techniques.
• Completing documentation, managing supplies, participating in quality and safety initiatives, and suggesting process improvements.
• Promoting organizational values and potentially floating to other departments or being on-call based on operational needs.

Skills

RRT certification

License (RRT)

ACLS

Education

AMA-accredited RT program

Job description

Role:

The Respiratory Therapist RRT provides advanced respiratory care to diagnose, evaluate, treat, and manage cardiopulmonary conditions in patients, acting as a resource to staff and leading clinical projects as needed.

Responsibilities Include

• Performing and interpreting diagnostic tests, obtaining arterial gases, and troubleshooting equipment for optimal patient care.
• Administering medications safely, evaluating effects, and communicating patient progress to staff and physicians.
• Monitoring patient conditions, sharing information, and recommending care strategies while educating patients and families on self-care techniques.
• Completing documentation, managing supplies, participating in quality and safety initiatives, and suggesting process improvements.
• Promoting organizational values and potentially floating to other departments or being on-call based on operational needs.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA-accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
• Current state license and certification as a Registered Respiratory Therapist.
• Health Care Provider Life Support certification, with ACLS required for critical care areas; additional certifications may be required for specialty areas.

Physical requirements:

Visual and manual dexterity for operating equipment, lifting and moving patients, walking and assisting with transportation, and standing for extended periods.

Shift and Compensation

Full-time night shift with shift differentials, hourly rate between $32.02 - $49.44, and benefits supporting wellness and professional growth.