Registered Respiratory Therapist

Trinity Health; Ontario (OR); On-site; USD 68,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Alphonsus Medical Center in Ontario, OR is seeking a Full-Time Nights Respiratory Therapist to join the Respiratory Therapy team. Responsibilities include routine and emergency respiratory procedures, ventilator management, airway care, and ABG analysis, with ARDS/ICU supported rounds and staff mentorship.

The role requires independent clinical judgment, adherence to protocols, and active participation in multidisciplinary rounds.

Qualifications

• NBRC-registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) required.
• Oregon license to practice respiratory care.
• BLS certification required; ACLS/PALS within 6 months if not already held; NRP/ACLS/PALS may be accepted as alternative.
• Certifications may be required as identified in SAHS Crosswalk.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and emergency respiratory therapy procedures, including ventilator management and pulmonary diagnostics.
• Provide airway care and assist with bronchoscopy and arterial line placement as ordered.
• Conduct ABG analysis and interpretation; monitor patient condition and adjust care per protocols.
• Routinely round with physicians in critical care units; precept and mentor new and existing staff.

Skills

RRT certification

Ventilator management

Pulmonary diagnostics

Airway care

ABG analysis

ICU experience

Precepting/mentoring

Job description

Employment Type:Full timeShift:Night ShiftDescription:

Position Summary and Highlights

Saint Alphonsus Medical Center in Ontario, OR is seeking a dedicated Full-Time Nights Registered Respiratory Therapist to join the Respiratory Therapy team! Join one of America's Best Large Employers and enjoy the scenery and outdoor activities Baker City offers it's residents.

Position May Be Eligible for Sign On and Relocation Incentives

This position provides both routine and emergency respiratory therapy procedures, including ventilator management, pulmonary diagnostics, airway care, and advanced interventions such as intubation, CPR, and bronchoscopy assistance, in accordance with physician orders and established protocols. The role requires independent clinical judgment, participation in multidisciplinary rounds, and active mentorship of new and existing staff.

Why Join Saint Alphonsus?

• Saint Alphonsus Health System is recognized as one of America's Best Large Employers by Forbes.
• Competitive compensation and sign-on bonus for those who qualify.
• Day 1 Benefits – colleagues are eligible for our plans from their very first day of work.
• Schedule: Position is scheduled for 36 hours a week on night shift from 6pm to 6:30am.
• Ontario offers several outdoor activities including hiking, fishing, and the scenic beauty of the Owyhee Mountains all while being only one hour from the Boise airport. Ontario has a great balance of small town charm, with easy access to essential amenities. This is a unique opportunity to care for those in your community alongside a supportive leadership team!

Minimum Qualifications

• License to practice respiratory care in the state they are performing respiratory care services in Oregon.
• Registered as a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
• At hire, Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross is required. (ACLS and/or PALS may be accepted in lieu of BLS) NRP, ACLS and PALS certifications are required within 6 months.
• Other certifications may be required as identified in the SAHS Certification Crosswalk.

What You Will Do

• Procedures include, but are not limited to, respiratory assessment, airway and ventilator management, bi-level non-invasive ventilation management pulmonary diagnostics, delivery of medicated aerosols, bronchial hygiene therapy, lung expansion therapy, intubation, CPR, bronchoscopy assistance, arterial line placement, arterial sampling and ABG analysis and interpretation.
• Demonstrates the ability to assess changes in the patient’s clinical condition, make independent judgements, and modifies the care as necessary according to departmental policies and approved physician protocols.
• Routinely make rounds with physicians in critical care units. Acts as preceptor, actively supports, and constructively contributes to the development of new and existing staff members.
• Performs arterial line insertions, ABG sticks, conducts ABG analysis and interprets results.
• Completes all mandatory training requirements on time.
• Demonstrates ability to recognize changes in patients and modifies care as necessary according to departmental standards and approved physician protocols.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.