Respiratory Therapist / RRT or CRT

Ardent Health; Pocatello (ID); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Wellness resources

Paid time off

Comprehensive health benefits

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Portneuf Medical Center in Pocatello, ID, is seeking a night-shift Respiratory Therapist (RRT or CRT) for full-time employment. The role includes evaluating, treating, and documenting care for patients with cardiopulmonary deficiencies, and administering medications according to policy.

Required: high school diploma or equivalent, AMA-approved respiratory care program, NBRC certification, Idaho licensure; BLS within 14 days, ACLS and NRP within six months. Preferred PALS certification.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or Equivalent.
• AMA-approved respiratory care program.
• Certified or Registered Respiratory Therapist (NBRC).
• Idaho Licensed Respiratory Therapist licensure.
• BLS, ACLS, and NRP within specified timelines.

Responsibilities

• Conduct treatment, management, diagnostic evaluation, and care of patients with cardiopulmonary deficiencies.
• Administer and document medication per department policies.
• Provide Cardiopulmonary Care Services per Procedures.
• Precept employees, new hires, and students.
• Monitor environmental conditions and initiate corrective actions as needed.
• Maintain professional relationships with medical staff.

Skills

BLS certification

ACLS

NRP

PALS (preferred)

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Respiratory Care Program approved by AMA

Certified or Registered Respiratory Therapist (NBRC)

Idaho Licensed Respiratory Therapist

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a night shift, full-time, Respiratory Therapist (RRT or CRT) in Pocatello, ID.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

• Portneuf Medical Center (PMC) is a nationally recognized healthcare leader with 205 beds, serving as the region's Level II Trauma Center and tertiary referral hospital, and is home to the Portneuf Heart and Vascular Institute, Portneuf Cancer Center, Portneuf Medical Group, and Portneuf Air Rescue. PMC has a Level III neonatal intensive care unit, an adult intensive care unit, nationally recognized orthopedic services, a full suite of cardiac care, Center of Excellence-recognized surgeons, imaging, and primary and specialty care.

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.

Qualifications

Job Requirements

• 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.

Preferred Job Requirements

• PALS certification.