Respiratory Therapist & Sleep Tech

Gunnison, CO; Colorado; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a forward-thinking health organization, where your skills as a Respiratory Therapist/Sleep Tech will shine. This role focuses on delivering compassionate care and high-quality services related to respiratory health and sleep disorders. You will be instrumental in assessing patients, developing care plans, and educating families about treatment options. With a commitment to community health, this position offers a dynamic work environment and the chance to make a significant impact on patients' lives. If you're passionate about patient care and thrive in a collaborative setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Generous leave

Health plans

Retirement contributions

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care program with sleep tech certification.
• 5+ years in acute Respiratory Care and 1 year in sleep diagnostics preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with respiratory care and sleep center operations.
• Educate patients on respiratory conditions and treatment options.
• Develop individualized care plans for patients.

Skills

Respiratory Care

Sleep Technology

Patient Education

Cardiopulmonary Diagnostics

Team Coordination

Education

Graduate of an accredited school for Respiratory Care

Completion of a sleep technology program

Tools

Respiratory Equipment

Health Care Software

Job description

Description

Overview Title: Respiratory Therapist/Sleep Tech

Share your talents in providing compassionate and high quality patient care specializing in diagnostic and therapeutic services related to respiratory care and sleep disorders, ensuring the well-being and comfort of patients while supporting the mission and goals of Gunnison Valley Health. We need your expertise to keep our community healthy and thriving!

Requirements:

To be seriously considered for this role, you’ll need to have:

• Education: Graduate of an accredited school for Respiratory Care required. Successful completion of a sleep technology program. Credential to be completed within one year of employment.
• Experience: At least five years’ experience in acute Respiratory Care medicine, including General Floor Care, Emergent Medical and Trauma Stabilization/Treatment, Newborn/NICU Stabilization; Cardiopulmonary Diagnostics and Pulmonary and Cardiac Rehabilitation preferred. 1 year experience in the performance of sleep diagnostic and therapy studies preferred.
• Licenses/Certification: Current BLS, ACLS and NRP certifications. Certified or Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care. Licensed to practice respiratory care in the State of Colorado.

Responsibilities:

We are committed to improving the health of our community by delivering exceptional care and services. As part of the team in the Cardiopulmonary Department, you will:

• Assist with all aspects of respiratory care and sleep center operations
• Provide patient education utilizing respiratory care and sleep center specific protocols
• Assess patients' respiratory status and develop individualized care plans
• Educate patients and families on respiratory conditions, treatment options, and proper use of respiratory equipment
• Work closely with physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care

Work Schedule:

Shift: Sleep Studies are scheduled 2-3 days/week 1900-0700. Respiratory Services available in-house 7 days a week (0600 – 1800 and 1000-2230). Rotating call when RT not in house. Weekend day scheduling done on a rotational basis according to staffing resources.

Physical Requirements:

Occasionally (1-33%): Standing, sitting, change position, reaching, reach across midline, crouching/squatting, stooping, stairs, lifting (0-20 lbs), pushing/pulling (20-50 lbs)

Frequently (34-66%): Carrying (0-20 lbs)

Continuously (37-100%): Walking, handling, pinching, must be able to see with protective eyewear, must be able to hear clearly with assistance

Compensation: $29.96 - $41.94/hr, depending on experience. Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. Gunnison Valley Health provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

There is no deadline to apply for this position; we are accepting applications on an ongoing basis until a finalist is selected.

Benefits Eligibility:

Medical, dental, vision, health care FSA, dependent care FSA, and Lifestyle Spending Account: All active employees working 40 or more hours per pay period in a Full Time or Part Time position are eligible for benefits on the first of the month after hire.

Full Time staff are automatically enrolled in 401A plan as of date of hire.

Life and AD&D insurance: All active employees working 40 or more hours per pay period are eligible for benefits on the first of the month after hire date.

Short-term and long-term disability: All active employees working 60 or more hours per pay period are eligible for benefits on the first of the month after hire date.