Respiratory Therapist - Registered, PRN nights

Community Hospital - Grand Junction; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospital in Grand Junction is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist proficient in providing comprehensive respiratory care and diagnostics. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of experience, relevant certifications, and a current Colorado license. This role offers competitive hourly compensation along with various discretionary benefits.

Benefits

Discretionary bonuses

Relocation expenses

Merit increases

Market adjustments

Recognition bonuses

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience required.
• Current Colorado license as a Registered Respiratory Therapist is mandatory.
• BLS certification required, ACLS within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality respiratory care and cardiopulmonary diagnostics.
• Provide respiratory therapy treatments and document patient records.

Skills

Respiratory care

Cardiopulmonary diagnostics

Patient documentation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s Degree (preferred)

Job description

Registered Respiratory Therapist Job Description:
● Location: Respiratory Therapy Department at the Hospital

● Position: Open until July 30, 2025 or until filled

Responsibilities:
● Perform quality respiratory care, cardiopulmonary, and neuro-diagnostics.
● Provide respiratory therapy treatments: oxygen therapy, nebulizer treatments, IPPB,
chest physiotherapy, ventilator management, incentive spirometry, sputum induction.
● Conduct cardio-pulmonary diagnostics: ECGs, cardiac stress testing, Lexiscan,
dypridimal, dobutamine, stress echocardiogram, tilt test, holter scanning, PFT, ABG
sampling and analysis, bronchoscopy assistance, EEGs, home sleep studies, and
nocturnal oximetry.
● Document patient records per departmental standards.

Requirements:
● High school diploma or equivalent (Associate’s Degree preferred).
● Minimum 2 years of relevant experience.
● Current BLS certification. ACLS required within 6 months of employment.
● Current, unrestricted Colorado license as a Registered Respiratory Therapist.
● CRT required, RRT within 2 years, NRP preferred.

Compensation:
● Pay range: $34.00 - $39.00 per hour, depending on education and experience.
● Discretionary bonuses, relocation expenses, merit increases, market adjustments,
recognition bonuses, and other forms of discretionary compensation may be available.

Qualifications Education

Required

High School

Preferred

Associates

Licenses & Certifications

Required

BLS

Respiratory Therapist

Preferred

ALS

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