Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

SourcePro Search, LLC; Great Falls (MT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$20,000 Retention Bonus

Competitive base pay

Comprehensive health & insurance

Retirement plan

Generous PTO & holidays

Relocation support

Continuing education support

Job summary

SourcePro Search, LLC is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for on-site, full-time work in Great Falls, Montana. The role covers comprehensive cardiopulmonary care, ventilator management, ABG analysis, and patient education.

The position offers a $20,000 retention bonus, competitive base pay commensurate with experience, and full benefits including health insurance and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate Degree or higher in Respiratory Therapy.
• Licensure: Montana RCP license or eligibility; NBRC RRT credential.
• Certifications: BLS, ACLS, and PALS.
• Knowledge: General respiratory care protocols and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct cardiopulmonary care including ventilator management, aerosol therapies, chest physiotherapy, ABG sampling, and diagnostic testing.
• Conduct patient evaluations, monitor responses, adjust protocols with physicians, and document outcomes.
• Respond to emergencies (code blue, rapid responses) and provide critical respiratory support across units.
• Educate patients and families on disease management, home therapy equipment, and preventive cardiopulmonary health.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Team-based care

Respiratory care knowledge

Education

Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy

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.