Respiratory Therapist, PRN Days

Gunnison, CO; Gunnison (CO); On-site; USD 37,195 - 53,616; Full time

Job summary

A respiratory care provider in Colorado is seeking a skilled professional to join their team focused on delivering exceptional care to the community. The role requires at least 3 years of experience in acute respiratory care and certifications in respiratory therapy. You'll perform diagnostic procedures, communicate with patients and staff, and assist in new staff training. Compensation ranges between $27.00 - $38.92/hr, with additional shift differentials available.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in acute Respiratory Care medicine.
• Certified or Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care.
• Licensed to practice respiratory care in Colorado.

Responsibilities

• Perform therapeutic and diagnostic procedures in inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Communicate with patients, families, and physicians.
• Assist in training new clinical staff.

Skills

Therapeutic and diagnostic procedures

Knowledge in respiratory care

Interpersonal skills

Education

Graduate of an approved and accredited school for Respiratory Care

Job description

Share your talents in assessment, diagnoses and treatment of patients. From infants to the elderly, we need your expertise to keep our community healthy and thriving. We are looking for the right person to join our small and specialized respiratory care team, and continue with us on the journey to provide exceptional care to our patients.

Where you’ll live

Some define happiness by their job title and salary, while others pursue quality of life. Our community combines the best of both worlds by fostering a growing outdoor industry business hub in the heart of Colorado’s Rocky Mountains. The Gunnison Valley, which includes the towns of Gunnison and Crested Butte, is a vibrant community of entrepreneurs and adventurers. We are deeply connected with our surrounding environment, neighbors and growing community. This is the kind of place where hard work is rewarded, whether that means a day on the mountain or at the office.

Requirements

To be seriously considered for this role, you’ll need to have:

• Education: Graduate of an approved and accredited school for Respiratory Care
• Experience: Have at least 3 years of experience in acute Respiratory Care medicine to include general floor care, emergent medical and trauma stabilization/treatment, newborn stabilization, cardiopulmonary diagnostics, and pulmonary and cardiac rehabilitation preferred.
• Licenses/Certification: Certified or Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care, Licensed to practice respiratory care in the State of Colorado. Current BLS and NRP certifications.

Responsibilities

We are committed to improving the health of our community by delivering exceptional care and services. As part of the Cardiopulmonary Team, you will:

• Perform therapeutic and diagnostic procedures in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Possess and demonstrate knowledge and skill in areas of respiratory care for the adult, pediatric, and newborn patient.
• Communicate with patients, families, and physicians and demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills.
• Assist in the orientation and training of new clinical staff to familiarize them with the administration of respiratory therapy modalities and equipment.
• Involvement with community education and development.
• Call requirements

Compensation: $27.00 - $38.92/hr, DOE (We also offer evening, night, & weekend shift differential pay!)

Preferred

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