Registered Respiratory Therapist

Intermountain Healthcare; Wheat Ridge (CO); On-site; USD 67,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PEAK program tuition coverage

Shift differentials evenings/nights

Job summary

Intermountain Health Lutheran Hospital in Wheat Ridge, Colorado seeks an experienced Respiratory Therapist (RRT Advanced) to deliver advanced cardiac and pulmonary care per physician orders. The role supports clinical program initiatives and collaborates with physicians, patients, and staff.

The position offers day shift hours, potential on-call, and on-site work with shift differentials for evenings, nights, and weekends. 36 hours weekly with competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• Graduate of NBRC approved Respiratory Therapist program.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist; advanced credentials such as ACCS, NPS, AE-C, SDS, CPFT, RPFT are preferred.
• Current license for Respiratory Therapy in the state of practice.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers.

Responsibilities

• Perform respiratory care procedures per physician orders.
• Assess cardiopulmonary status via exam and history.
• Communicate the patient care plan to Physician, patient, family, and nursing staff.
• Independently perform most procedures, assessments, and interventions.
• Support department initiatives and standardization of care.

Skills

RRT Advanced

Patient assessment

Communicate care plan

Independent procedures

Education

NBRC approved Respiratory Therapist program

Tools

PALS

ACLS

NRP

Job description

Job Description

The Respiratory Therapist RRT Advanced may be responsible for implementing and supporting special clinical projects and assignments as designated by the manager, according to the needs of the department. The RRT Advanced will provide advanced-level respiratory care to patients designed to diagnose, evaluate, treat, manage, and control deficiencies or abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system within the prescription of the ordering physician. This position acts as a resource to the CRT staff. They may assist with day-to-day operations, change management, and engagement.

Benefits Eligible

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Hours

Hours: Full time 36 hours Shift: Days

Additional Details

Shift differentials given for evenings, nights and weekends

Essential Functions

• Performs respiratory care procedures in response to patient needs and physician orders within the Scope of Practice of the Respiratory Care Department.
• Uses patient evaluation and information to perform an assessment of the cardiopulmonary status of assigned patients through physical exam, review of history and physical, and response to ordered therapies.
• Communicates the patient care plan to the Physician, patient, family, nursing, support staff, and others while maintaining a team focus.
• Independently performs the majority of procedures, assessments, and interventions performed at the facility including advanced settings (as applicable).
• Participates within Clinical Program initiatives and processes and monitors outcomes.
• Maintains awareness of assigned patient’s overall condition.
• Communicates and shares patient information with the physicians and nurses.
• Makes appropriate recommendations for patient care.
• Recognizes the educational needs of patients and families in relation to health promotion and wellness.
• Mentor and representative, both professional and clinical, of Respiratory Care Services.
• Supports and implements department or specialty care area projects or programs as identified.
• Supports standardization and implementation of department protocols, policies, and procedures for patient care delivery.
• Handles problems and concerns until they can be dealt with by clinical leadership or department management as applicable.
• Maintains, troubleshoots, and adjusts respiratory care equipment and diagnostic equipment.
• Maintains timely, accurate records and documentation to satisfy department, hospital, and legal requirements.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• May be required to float to other departments (within scope of competency and qualifications) based on business need.
• May be required to be placed on-call during a regularly scheduled shift.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of a NBRC approved Respiratory Therapist program. Education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Degree will be verified.
• Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care (RRT) Maintain an advanced credential as approved by RCS leadership and Human Resources (e.g. ACCS, NPS, AE-C, SDS, CPFT, RPFT) for respiratory therapists in the Clinical Pathway.
• Current license for Respiratory Therapy in the state of practice is required Registered Respiratory.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers.
• Specific certificates as required (i.e. PALS, ACLS, NRP).

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution (degree will be verified).

Physical Requirements

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. For roles requiring driving: Expected to drive a vehicle which requires sitting, seeing and reading signs, traffic signals, and other vehicles.

Location

Location: Intermountain Health Lutheran Hospital Work City: Wheat Ridge Work State: Colorado

Weekly Hours

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36 The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience. $35.60 - $54.93

Benefits

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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Company Overview

Intermountain Health is headquartered in Utah with locations in six primary states and additional operations across the western U.S., Intermountain Health is a nonprofit system of 34 hospitals, 400+ clinics, a medical group of more than 4,800 employed physicians and advanced care providers, a health plan division called Select Health with more than one million members, and other health services. Helping people live the healthiest lives possible, Intermountain is widely recognized as a leader in clinical quality improvement and efficient healthcare delivery. Join our world-class team and embark on a career filled with opportunities, strength, innovation, and fulfillment.

PEAK Program

Intermountain Health’s PEAK program supports caregivers in the pursuit of their education goals and career aspirations by providing up-front tuition coverage paid directly to the academic institution. The program offers 100+ learning options to choose from, including undergraduate studies, high school diplomas, and professional skills and certificates. Caregivers are eligible to participate in PEAK on day 1 of employment. Learn more.

Job Purpose

The primary intent of this job description is to set a fair and equitable rate of pay for this classification. Only those key duties necessary for proper job evaluation and/or labor market analysis have been included. Other duties may be assigned by the supervisor.