Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Meritas Advisory Group, LLC; Great Falls (MT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retention Bonus

Competitive base pay

Health & Insurance Coverage

Retirement Plan

PTO & Holidays

Relocation Support

Continuing Education Support

Job summary

Meritas Advisory Group, LLC is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for a premier Montana healthcare system in Great Falls. This full-time, on-site role supports the cardiopulmonary team with evaluation, treatment, and patient education.

Under the supervision of the Respiratory Care Manager, you will manage ventilation, perform ABG sampling, and respond to emergencies across units while adhering to CQI and safety standards and collaborating with physicians.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate Degree or higher in Respiratory Therapy.
• Licensure: Montana RCP license (or eligibility to obtain) and NBRC RRT credential.
• Certifications: BLS, ACLS, and PALS.
• Knowledge: respiratory care protocols, equipment, safety, CQI.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct cardiopulmonary care including aerosol therapies and chest physiotherapy.
• Manage mechanical ventilation setup/monitoring and ABG sampling.
• Perform patient evaluations, monitor response, adjust protocols with physicians.
• Respond to codes and provide critical respiratory support across units.
• Educate patients and families on disease management and home therapy equipment.

Skills

Cardiopulmonary care knowledge

Critical thinking

Communication

Team-based care

Education

Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Job description

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Job Type: Full-Time | On-Site

Department: Therapy / Respiratory Care Services

We have partnered closely with a premier healthcare system in Montana to secure a dedicated clinical specialist for their cardiopulmonary team. We are currently seeking a skilled Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to provide comprehensive respiratory care services in Great Falls, Montana.

Under the general supervision of the Respiratory Care Manager, you will evaluate, treat, and care for patients with cardiopulmonary disorders. This role encompasses diagnostic testing, therapeutic administration, continuous monitoring, critical care support, and patient/family education within a supportive environment that features excellent nurse-and-therapist-to-patient ratios.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver direct cardiopulmonary care including aerosol therapies, chest physiotherapy, mechanical ventilation setup/management, arterial blood gas sampling/analysis, and diagnostic testing.
• Conduct patient clinical evaluations, monitor treatment responses, adjust protocols in collaboration with attending physicians, and document clinical outcomes accurately.
• Respond to emergency situations (code blue, rapid responses, trauma cases) and provide critical respiratory support across all age groups and clinical units.
• Educate patients and family members regarding disease management, home therapy equipment, and preventative cardiopulmonary health.
• Adhere strictly to departmental continuous quality improvement (CQI) initiatives, hospital safety guidelines, and federal/state regulatory standards.

Qualifications:

• Education: Associate Degree or higher from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
• Licensure & Credentials:
  • Active, unrestricted Respiratory Care Practitioner license issued by the Montana Board of Respiratory Care Practitioners (or immediate eligibility to obtain).
  • Active national credentialing as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
• Certifications: Current Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications.
• Knowledge & Skills:
  • Thorough understanding of general respiratory care processes, protocols, and standard/specialized cardiopulmonary equipment.
  • Knowledge of safety, infection control, and continuous quality improvement standards.
  • Strong critical thinking, communication, and team-based clinical collaboration skills.

Benefits:

• $20,000 Retention Bonus available for eligible external candidates.
• Competitive base pay range commensurate with experience, plus applicable shift/weekend differentials.
• Comprehensive Health & Insurance Coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability plans.
• Retirement Plan with employer matching options.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and holiday allocations.
• Relocation Support Options for qualified out-of-state clinicians.
• Continuing Education Support to maintain licensure and advance specialized certifications.

Note on Compensation & Hiring Requirements: Final base salary, bonus payout schedules, and financial packages will be verified and determined by the organization based on your documented years of respiratory therapy experience and credentialing. All job offers are strictly contingent upon the successful completion of standard pre-employment screenings, including a criminal background check, drug screening, health/immunization verification, and full credentialing.

Note on Employment Status: The comprehensive benefits package and financial bonus incentives detailed above are explicitly offered for full-time positions. Eligible benefits may vary or be prorated for alternative employment arrangements.