Respiratory Therapist - Stipend Opportunity

Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare; United States; On-site; USD 54,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Generous paid time off

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Retirement benefits

Tuition assistance

Career growth

Continuing education

Job summary

Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide life-sustaining care across inpatient and outpatient settings. You will work with physicians, nurses, and the care team to deliver evidence-based respiratory therapies, monitor patients, and respond to emergencies, while educating families and maintaining thorough documentation.

Requirements include a state license, CRT or RRT credential, and BLS.

Qualifications

• Current Respiratory Therapist licensure is required.
• CRT or RRT credential is required.
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Commitment to patient-centered care, quality outcomes and patient safety.

Responsibilities

• Assess, treat, and monitor patients with respiratory and related conditions across settings.
• Administer therapies, medications, oxygen, and ventilation according to orders.
• Perform arterial blood gas collection, pulmonary function testing, and related procedures.
• Monitor patient response and communicate findings to the care team.
• Respond to emergencies and assist with code blue events.
• Educate patients and families on respiratory conditions and equipment usage.
• Maintain compliant clinical documentation within the EMR.
• Participate in quality improvement, infection prevention, and patient safety programs.
• Maintain and troubleshoot respiratory equipment for safety and readiness.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work in fast-paced settings

Education

Accredited Respiratory Therapy program

Current state licensure as Respiratory Therapist

BLS certification (required)

Job description

Pay Range Schedule Information Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Work Shift: Varies

Find Your Golden Opportunity at Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare Join a team where compassion, excellence, and connection guide everything we do. At Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare, you're more than an employee. You're a valued member of a supportive organization that invests in your growth, encourages professional development, and empowers you to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients and communities every day. As a Respiratory Therapist, you'll provide life-enhancing respiratory care across the continuum of care while supporting patients with acute, chronic, and emergent respiratory conditions. Working collaboratively with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary team members, you'll play a vital role in improving patient outcomes and promoting respiratory wellness.

What You'll Do

• Assess, treat, and monitor patients with respiratory, cardiopulmonary, and related conditions across inpatient, outpatient, emergency, and procedural settings.
• Administer respiratory therapies, medications, oxygen therapy, and mechanical ventilation management in accordance with physician orders and organizational standards.
• Perform respiratory assessments and diagnostic procedures, including arterial blood gas collection, pulse oximetry, pulmonary function testing, and related respiratory care services as assigned.
• Monitor patient response to treatment interventions and communicate significant findings to physicians, nurses, and healthcare team members.
• Respond to emergency situations, including Code Blue activations, airway management needs, and rapid response events.
• Educate patients and families regarding respiratory conditions, treatment plans, equipment usage, and disease management strategies.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation within the electronic medical record.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, performance improvement activities, infection prevention efforts, and patient safety programs.
• Maintain and troubleshoot respiratory equipment to ensure operational readiness and patient safety.
• Support a collaborative team environment while delivering compassionate, patient-centered care.

What You'll Bring

Required Qualifications

• Current Respiratory Therapist licensure.
• Current Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential.
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Commitment to patient-centered care, quality outcomes, and patient safety.
• Ability to work effectively in fast-paced and changing clinical environments.

Preferred Qualities

• Acute care hospital experience.
• Emergency Department, ICU, or critical care experience.
• Pulmonary function testing experience.
• Sleep medicine or cardiopulmonary rehabilitation experience.
• Advanced airway management experience.

What Success Looks Like

• Deliver safe, effective, and evidence-based respiratory care.
• Improve respiratory and cardiopulmonary patient outcomes.
• Support positive patient and family experiences.
• Demonstrate sound clinical judgment and critical thinking.
• Maintain accurate documentation and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary care teams.
• Contribute to quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.
• Consistently demonstrate GVMH's Behaviors of Excellence.

Why Join Us

• Meaningful impact on patient care and recovery.
• Collaborative and supportive healthcare environment.
• Professional growth and continuing education opportunities.
• Diverse clinical experiences across multiple care settings.
• Mission-driven culture focused on serving our communities.
• Opportunity to make a difference in the lives of patients every day.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting, and patient care activities.
• Patient transport, positioning, and respiratory treatment responsibilities.
• Ability to respond rapidly during emergency situations.
• Operation of respiratory equipment and monitoring devices;

Education, Certifications & Licensure

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
• Current CRT or RRT credential required.
• Current state licensure as a Respiratory Therapist required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification preferred.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification preferred.
• Continuing education and competency requirements maintained as required.

The Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare Difference

Benefits That Support You

At Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare, we offer benefits and opportunities that support your well-being, growth and long-term goals.

• Competitive pay and opportunities for additional incentives
• Generous paid time off and a focus on work-life balance
• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Retirement benefits with employer contributions
• Tuition assistance to help you continue your education
• Career growth, leadership development and advancement opportunities
• Support for professional development and continuing education
• Employee recognition programs and a culture that values your contributions.

Your Career. Your Golden Opportunity. Join a team where compassion, excellence and connection guide the work we do everyday.

Build a meaningful career where your work matters. At Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare, you will find opportunities to grow, supportive teammates who want to see you succeed and the chance to make a difference.