Respiratory Therapist Reg

CHI; Dickinson (ND); On-site; USD 44,716 - 66,510; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$20,000 incentive for new hires

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Dickinson, North Dakota is seeking a skilled Respiratory Therapist to join their dedicated team. The successful candidate will provide specialized cardiopulmonary care, conduct assessments, and develop treatment plans for patients experiencing breathing challenges. This position offers a competitive pay range of $32.46 to $48.28 per hour and a $20,000 incentive for new hires meeting eligibility requirements. Qualifications include a relevant degree and necessary certifications.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy required.
• Licenses must be obtained upon hire.
• Basic Life Support certification is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient care using the respiratory/nursing process.
• Assess patients with breathing or cardiopulmonary disorders.
• Develop treatment plans in consultation with physicians.
• Perform diagnostic tests.
• Administer therapeutic treatments as per physician orders.
• Monitor and document patient responses to treatments.

Skills

Patient care delivery

Assessment skills

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Education

Associate’s degree in Respiratory Therapy

Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Therapy

Respiratory Care Practitioner license

Registered Respiratory Therapist certification

Basic Life Support – CPR certification

Job description

Job Summary And Responsibilities

As a Respiratory Therapist, you will join an established team of RTs who share your passion for delivering highly specialized cardiopulmonary care to patients experiencing breathing issues. You'll be instrumental in providing a range of treatments from breathing techniques and nebulizer treatments to ventilator management, oxygen therapies, and external ventilation support. Every day you will apply your keen assessment skills and critical thinking to manage diverse patient needs, develop and execute effective care plans, and ensure calm, focused intervention in both routine and emergent situations. To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate a strong sense of urgency, unwavering calm under pressure, and the ability to anticipate outcomes. Your dedication to patient well-being and exceptional problem‑solving abilities will drive success in this vital role.

Responsibilities

• Effectively delivers patient care in a caring and respectful manner using the respiratory/nursing process.
• Interviews, examines, and assesses patients with suspected or confirmed breathing or cardiopulmonary disorders or symptoms.
• Consults with physicians to develop patient treatment plans.
• Performs diagnostic tests.
• Administers therapeutic treatments according to patient needs and physician orders.
• Monitors and records the patient’s response to treatment.

Incentive

We are offering a $20,000 incentive to new hires who meet the eligibility requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Respiratory Therapy or
• Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Therapy
• Respiratory Care Practitioner: ND, upon hire
• Registered Respiratory Therapist, upon hire
• Basic Life Support – CPR, upon hire

Preferred Qualifications

• Pediatric Advanced Life Support, upon hire
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program, upon hire

Where You'll Work

CHI St. Alexius Health Dickinson, part of CommonSpirit Health, a national nonprofit health system based in Englewood, Colorado. The faith‑based system operates in 18 states and includes 103 hospitals. Additional services offered within the system are: long‑term care, assisted and residential living communities, community health services organizations, home health agencies, and numerous outpatient facilities.

Pay Range

$32.46 – $48.28 per hour