Respiratory Therapist - Nights

Saint Alphonsus; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Day 1 benefits

Job summary

Saint Alphonsus Medical Center in Boise, Idaho is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to join our Respiratory Therapy team. The role involves ventilator management, airway care, pulmonary diagnostics, and participation in interdisciplinary rounds in a mission-driven environment.

Responsibilities include assisting with intubation, CPR, bronchoscopy, arterial line placement, and ABG sampling, analysis, and interpretation.

Qualifications

• Must hold Idaho or Oregon licensure for respiratory care.
• NBRC RRT credential required.
• BLS certification at time of hire; ACLS/PALS may be accepted in lieu of BLS.

Responsibilities

• Perform respiratory assessments and manage airways, ventilators, and bi-level non-invasive ventilation.
• Conduct pulmonary diagnostics, deliver medicated aerosols, and perform bronchial hygiene and lung expansion therapies.
• Assist with intubation, CPR, bronchoscopy procedures, arterial line placement, and ABG sampling, analysis, and interpretation.
• Recognize changes in patient condition and adjust care based on approved protocols.
• Participate in rounds with physicians in critical care areas.
• Serve as a preceptor and contribute to the development of new and existing staff.
• Complete all mandatory training within established timelines.

Skills

Ventilator management

Airway care

Pulmonary diagnostics

Education

Licensure in Idaho or Oregon

NBRC RRT credential

BLS certification

Job description

Employment Type:Full timeShift:12 Hour Night ShiftDescription:Join Our Team as a Registered Respiratory Therapist in Boise, ID
Eligible for a Sign-On Bonus and Relocation Assistance

Saint Alphonsus Medical Center in Boise, Idaho is seeking a dedicated and skilled Registered Respiratory Therapist to join our Respiratory Therapy team. This role offers the opportunity to provide high‑level respiratory care while working in a collaborative, mission-driven environment.

Why Join Saint Alphonsus

• Full time positions are eligible for consideration of a sign on bonus and generous relocation assistance! We also offer competitive wages, on-call pay, and shift differentials depending on work schedules.

• Recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best Large Employers

• Day 1 Benefits — colleagues are eligible for medical, dental, and vision plans on their first day

• Schedule: 36-hour night shift (3/12s)

Position Summary

This position performs both routine and advanced respiratory therapy procedures in accordance with physician orders and established protocols. Responsibilities include ventilator management, pulmonary diagnostics, airway care, and specialized interventions such as intubation, CPR, bronchoscopy assistance, and arterial line placement. This role requires independent clinical judgment, participation in interdisciplinary rounds, and the ability to mentor and support team members.

What You Will Do

• Perform respiratory assessments and manage airways, ventilators, and bi-level non-invasive ventilation

• Conduct pulmonary diagnostics, deliver medicated aerosols, and perform bronchial hygiene and lung expansion therapies

• Assist with intubation, CPR, bronchoscopy procedures, arterial line placement, and ABG sampling, analysis, and interpretation

• Recognize changes in patient condition and adjust care based on approved protocols

• Participate in rounds with physicians in critical care areas

• Serve as a preceptor and contribute to the development of new and existing staff

• Complete all mandatory training within established timelines

Minimum Qualifications

• License to practice respiratory care in Idaho or Oregon

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross at time of hire ACLS and/or PALS may be accepted in lieu of BLS

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.