Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Therapist

Origin Travel Nurses; Gunnison (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel reimbursement

Housing allowance

Meals provided

401k retirement plan

Job summary

Origin Travel Nurses is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide comprehensive respiratory care in inpatient and outpatient settings. The role supports newborn, pediatric, and adult patients, with emphasis on NICU experience and cardiopulmonary diagnostics.

The position requires current Colorado licensure, BLS/ACLS/NRP, and strong teamwork with physicians. Weekend rotation and on-call shifts are part of the schedule.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved Respiratory Care program.
• Current BLS/ACLS and NRP certifications.
• Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care and licensed in Colorado.
• Membership in AARC preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory care.
• Collaborate with physicians and healthcare teams in patient care planning.
• Conduct and interpret Pulmonary Function Studies.
• Orient and train new clinical staff on equipment and procedures.
• Engage in community education and health promotion activities.

Skills

Newborn/NICU experience

Acute respiratory care

Pulmonary diagnostics

Patient education

Team collaboration

Education

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Colorado licensure in Respiratory Therapy

BLS/ACLS/NRP certifications

AARC membership

Tools

Pulmonary Function Testing equipment

Job description

Respiratory Therapist

Job Description

Provide comprehensive therapeutic and diagnostic respiratory care to both the inpatient and outpatient settings. Administer care under the direction of ordering physicians and under the supervision of the Cardiopulmonary Director. Demonstrate expertise in respiratory care for adult, pediatric, and newborn patients. Maintain a working knowledge of Pulmonary Function Studies and testing administration. Actively assist in the orientation and training of new clinical staff in respiratory therapy modalities and equipment. Participate in community education and development initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Administer diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory care.
• Collaborate with physicians and healthcare teams in patient care planning.
• Conduct and interpret Pulmonary Function Studies.
• Orient and train new clinical staff on equipment and procedures.
• Engage in community education and health promotion activities.

Schedule

12-hour shifts with rotating weekends. Early shifts starting at 6 AM to 6:30 PM. Includes 2 on-call shifts.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Graduate of an approved and accredited school for Respiratory Care.
• Minimum of 5 years of newborn/NICU experience.
• At least 3 years of experience in acute Respiratory Care, including General Floor Care, Emergent Medical, Trauma Stabilization/Treatment, and Newborn Stabilization.
• Experience with Cardiopulmonary Diagnostics and Pulmonary and Cardiac Rehabilitation preferred.
• Current BLS/ACLS and NRP certifications.
• Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care and licensed to practice in the State of Colorado.
• Membership in the American Academy of Respiratory Care (AARC).

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more