Registered Respiratory Therapist RRT

Banner Health Corporate; United States; On-site; USD 40,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Banner Health Corporate seeks an experienced Registered Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care, pulmonary and cardiology diagnostic testing in diverse health care settings. Based in Greeley, CO, the role supports the Northern Colorado team with training and growth opportunities.

The position requires NBRC RRT certification, a state license, and at least one year of acute care experience. Weekend/holiday rotations apply, with a pay range noted in the posting.

Qualifications

• Associate or technical degree required.
• NBRC-registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification required.
• Current license in state practiced; Nevada Blood Gas Technologist certification if applicable.
• Minimum one year experience as an acute care Respiratory Therapist; BLS required.
• Driver's license required for Home Care setting.
• Strong human-relations and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs all basic modalities of respiratory care as prescribed by physicians.
• Operates and manages mechanical ventilators with physician collaboration.
• Assembles, operates and maintains respiratory care equipment per policy.
• Performs pulmonary and cardiology diagnostic testing.
• Assesses patients and communicates care plans and therapy adjustments.
• Collaborates with staff to formulate care plans and resolve problems.
• May supervise department staff.
• Independently provides respiratory care across various health care settings.

Skills

RRT Certification

BLS

Communication skills

Driver's license

Education

Associate or technical degree

Job description

Primary City/State: Greeley, Colorado
Department Name: Respiratory Thrpy-Hosp
Work Shift: Day
Job Category: Clinical Care
$10,000 Hire On Incentive Available!*

The future is full of possibilities. At Banner Health, we’re excited about what the future holds for health care. That’s why we’re changing the industry to make the experience the best it can be. If you’re ready to change lives, we want to hear from you. North Colorado Medical Center has been a leader in providing the latest health care facilities, technology and service to Weld County, northern Colorado and our surrounding multi‑state region for more than 100 years.

As a Registered Respiratory Therapist, you will bring your experience and passion for health care to our Northern Colorado Team! You will be an active and engaged change agent; dedicated to the needs of our patients and families. Steadfast to safe, kind, effective, efficient, evidence‑based and high‑quality clinical care, outcome focused and solution oriented.

We are seeking an experienced Respiratory Therapist to play a vital role in our mission to deliver exceptional respiratory care to our patients. We welcome candidates at all experience levels, including those new to the field. We are committed to providing comprehensive training and professional development opportunities within our department and look forward to supporting your career growth at Banner Health.

Schedule

Fulltime | 36 Hours/Week
Three 12 hour shifts per week from 6:30am‑7:00pm including rotating every 3rd weekend.
Weekend and holiday rotations are required in this role.
Enjoy a flat rate $1.50/hour weekend shift differential when applicable.
*If selected, the recruiter will provide eligibility criteria for the sign‑on bonus.

Banner North Colorado Medical Center is a 378‑bed Level II trauma center and acute care facility with over 3000 employees. Our hospital offers an array of inpatient and outpatient services including medical, pediatric, obstetric, orthopedic, surgical, heart, cancer, and critical care. As a regional medical center, we provide community‑based and specialty services for a service area that includes southern Wyoming, western Nebraska, western Kansas, and northeastern Colorado. In order to provide the most compassionate and innovative care possible, we bring together state‑of‑the‑art technology and an exceptional team of health care professionals. The Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center is among Northern Colorado’s leading cancer diagnosis and treatment facilities. Our Greeley, Colorado location offers access to a wide variety of recreational activities in an inviting, close‑knit community.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position independently provides respiratory care, pulmonary and cardiology diagnostic testing to patients in a variety of health care settings.

CORE FUNCTIONS

1. Performs all basic modalities of respiratory care as prescribed by physicians and/or licensed independent practitioners in accordance with established department/hospital policies and procedures.
2. Applies and manages mechanical ventilators in collaboration with physicians and/or licensed independent practitioners, recommending adjustments to improve clinical condition, patient comfort and to expedite the weaning process.
3. Assembles, disassembles, operates, maintains, troubleshoots, cleans and performs adjustments in the applications of durable medical equipment and circuitry used in the delivery of respiratory care as prescribed in accordance with established department/hospital policies and procedures.
4. Performs pulmonary and cardiology diagnostic testing as prescribed in accordance with established department/hospital policies and procedures.
5. Performs patient assessments and evaluates patient response to care provided, making recommendations to physicians regarding the plan of care, appropriate use of respiratory therapy and modification of therapy as clinical condition changes. Documents therapy provided in an accurate and complete manner in accordance with established department/hospital policies and procedures.
6. Communicates and collaborates with resource staff in formulating care plans, recommendations for change in therapy and identification/resolution of problems.
7. May supervise department staff.
8. Independently provides respiratory care, pulmonary and cardiology diagnostic testing to patients in a variety of health care settings. May be assigned to a variety of areas throughout the system where respiratory care is needed.

Internal customers: All levels of nursing management and staff, medical staff, and all other members of the interdisciplinary health care team.
External Customers: Physicians and their office staff, payers, community agencies and regulatory agencies.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate or technical degree.
• Proof of having passed the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT). RRT required for all new hires to the position after October 1, 2015. Incumbents in the position as of October 1, 2015 must possess their RRT by October 1, 2017.
• A current license in state practiced as required by state law. In the state of Nevada, all incumbents must have their Blood Gas Technologist certification.
• Banner Registry positions require a minimum of one year experience in an acute care hospital setting. Experience must include working in an acute care setting within the past 12 months as a Registered Respiratory Therapist in the specialty area.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
• In Home Care setting, must possess valid drivers license and be eligible for coverage under the company auto insurance policy.
• Must possess highly effective human relation skills necessary to interface with patients, families, staff and other healthcare personnel.
• Employees working for Banner Home Care AZ must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

Estimated Pay Range: $29.11 - $48.51 / hour

Anticipated Closing Window (actual close date may be sooner): 2027-01-06

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