Respiratory Therapist: Ventilation & Critical Care

Pioneers Medical Center; Colorado; On-site; USD 43,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Pioneers Medical Center in Colorado is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide competent respiratory care across the hospital. You will verify orders, document care, and participate in rounds, ensuring accurate patient profiles and timely reports to physicians.

The role requires graduation from an AMA-approved respiratory care program, NBRC eligibility, active Colorado license, and current BLS/PALS/ACLS. Previous hospital experience is preferred and ongoing training is provided.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a two-year AMA- approved School for Respiratory Care.
• Passing NBRC examination.
• Active Colorado State License for respiratory care.
• Current BLS, PALS and ACLS certifications; instructor licenses acceptable.
• At least six months hospital experience preferred.
• Completed continuous training and education requirements.

Responsibilities

• Deliver respiratory care procedures per department policy.
• Update patient profiles and reports with current clinical status.
• Work in all areas of the hospital.
• Assist in orientation and training of staff and students.
• Maintain documentation of procedures per policy.
• Verify orders and document timeliness.
• Participate in in-services and meetings.
• Communicate with physicians to modify patient therapy as needed.
• Enter daily services and charges into the department system.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Kind and professional demeanor

Communication skills

Self-directed

Professional presentation

Education

AMA-approved respiratory care program

NBRC exam

Colorado State license

BLS/PALS/ACLS certifications

Job description

Pioneers Medical Center in Colorado is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide competent respiratory care across the hospital. You will verify orders, document care, and participate in rounds, ensuring accurate patient profiles and timely reports to physicians.

The role requires graduation from an AMA-approved respiratory care program, NBRC eligibility, active Colorado license, and current BLS/PALS/ACLS. Previous hospital experience is preferred and ongoing training is provided.