Registered Respiratory Therapist — Critical Care with Growth Perks

Presbyterian Healthcare Services; Ruidoso (NM); On-site; USD 40,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Scholarship opportunities

Staff Safety wearable badge

Loan forgiveness via NM Higher Ed Dept

Job summary

Presbyterian Healthcare Services seeks a compassionate Registered Respiratory Therapist to join our team in New Mexico. You will assess, diagnose, and treat patients with respiratory and cardiopulmonary disorders, contributing to better outcomes and quality of life.

Responsibilities include bronchoscopy support, ventilator management, airway care, nitric oxide delivery, and NICU procedures. Sign-on/relocation bonuses and education support are available.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in respiratory therapy required.
• NBRC certification preferred.
• Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) certification.
• ACLS and/or PALS certifications desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians with bronchoscopy procedures and monitor airway and sedation.
• Initiate ventilator protocols and coordinate ventilator management.
• Perform advanced airway care including intubation and extubation, tracheotomy changes.

Skills

Critical care experience

Compassionate patient care

Education

Associate degree in respiratory therapy

NBRC certification

Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP)

ACLS/PALS certification

Job description

Presbyterian Healthcare Services seeks a compassionate Registered Respiratory Therapist to join our team in New Mexico. You will assess, diagnose, and treat patients with respiratory and cardiopulmonary disorders, contributing to better outcomes and quality of life.

Responsibilities include bronchoscopy support, ventilator management, airway care, nitric oxide delivery, and NICU procedures. Sign-on/relocation bonuses and education support are available.