Respiratory Therapist (RRT/CRT) – Day Shift, Growth & Benefits

Portneuf Medical Center, Inc; Pocatello (ID); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Health benefits

Job summary

Portneuf Medical Center in Pocatello, ID seeks a full-time Respiratory Therapist (RRT or CRT) for day shift coverage. The role involves treating and monitoring patients with cardiopulmonary conditions, documenting medications, and ensuring safety per departmental policies.

Ideal candidates will have an AMA-approved respiratory care program, NBRC credentials as a Respiratory Therapist, Idaho licensure, and current BLS.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or Equivalent.
• Completion of a respiratory care program approved by the American Medical Association.
• Certified or Registered Respiratory Therapist by the National Board for Respiratory Care.
• Idaho Licensed Respiratory Therapist licensure.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.
• Obtain ACLS and NRP within six months of hire and maintain them as current.

Responsibilities

• Conduct a program of treatment, management, diagnostic evaluation, and care of patients with deficiencies and abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system in a safe and therapeutically effective manner.
• Administer and document medication in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
• Correctly administer Cardiopulmonary Care Services in accordance with Policies and Procedures.
• Precept employees, new orients, and students.
• Maintain awareness of environmental conditions and initiate corrective intervention as indicated.
• Maintain a professional relationship with the medical staff.

Skills

BLS certification within 14 days

ACLS and NRP within six months

PALS certification (preferred)

Education

Respiratory care program approved by AMA

Job description

Portneuf Medical Center in Pocatello, ID seeks a full-time Respiratory Therapist (RRT or CRT) for day shift coverage. The role involves treating and monitoring patients with cardiopulmonary conditions, documenting medications, and ensuring safety per departmental policies.

Ideal candidates will have an AMA-approved respiratory care program, NBRC credentials as a Respiratory Therapist, Idaho licensure, and current BLS.