Respiratory Therapist

Cross Country Healthcare, Inc.; Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 91,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or generous housing

Comprehensive health insurance with Rx

Dependent health insurance with Rx

Competitive salaries

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit/free checking

Unlimited CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Healthcare, Inc. is seeking a Respiratory Therapist Registered (RT RRT) to join a pediatric ICU in Englewood, Colorado. The role focuses on providing specialized respiratory therapy in a busy critical care environment with advanced equipment and technology.

The candidate must hold RT RRT, have 1 year acute care experience, and current BLS/ACLS/NRP certifications. Night shifts are 12 hours with at least 36 hours weekly in a US hospital.

Qualifications

• Valid RT RRT credential
• 1 year acute care hospital experience in respiratory therapy
• BLS, ACLS, and NRP certifications
• Located in the United States with at least 1 year of relevant experience

Skills

Patient care

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

RT RRT credential

BLS

ACLS

NRP

Tools

Hamilton G5 ventilator

C1 ventilator

Meditech EMR

Job description

Job Summary:
Respiratory Therapist Registered (RT PEDS) position available within a critical care unit located in Englewood, Colorado. This role involves providing specialized respiratory therapy services in a busy pediatric intensive care environment. The position is suitable for professionals dedicated to making a difference in patient outcomes and interested in working with advanced equipment and technology.

Job Details:

• Schedule: Night shifts, 12 hours per shift, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Valid Respiratory Therapist Registered (RT RRT) credential, minimum of 1 year current acute care hospital experience in respiratory therapy, BLS, ACLS, and NRP certifications, located in the United States, with at least 1 year of relevant experience.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience in neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) or pediatrics (PEDS), familiarity with Level 1 trauma environments.
• Additional Information: The unit has 502 beds with 64-70 staff members, including clinical respiratory therapists. The unit utilizes Hamilton G5 and C1 ventilators and the Meditech electronic medical record system. The ideal candidate will have a high-energy personality, a focus on patient care, and an interest in critical care. The position offers the opportunity to work with new equipment and a seasoned team of healthcare professionals.

Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits