Respiratory Therapist: Ventilator Care & Code Blue

ConnectedHealth; Havre (MT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

ConnectedHealth in Havre, MT is seeking a full-time Respiratory Therapist to deliver specialized respiratory care and collaborate with the care team. You will administer therapies, monitor patient responses, and support diagnostic testing to optimize patient outcomes.

Requirements include an accredited Respiratory Therapy degree, RRT certification, Montana license (or eligibility), and BLS. ACLS is preferred, with emphasis on patient education and safety in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited program.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification through the NBRC.
• Current Montana Respiratory Care Practitioner license (or eligibility to obtain).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Administer respiratory therapy treatments, including oxygen, aerosol medications, and chest physiotherapy.
• Monitor and record patient responses to treatment.
• Perform diagnostic procedures such as pulmonary function tests and arterial blood gas analysis.
• Maintain and operate ventilators and other respiratory support equipment.
• Respond to Code Blue and Rapid Response Team calls.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to create and update patient care plans.
• Educate patients and families on respiratory conditions and therapies.
• Ensure all equipment is sanitized, functional, and complies with safety standards.

Skills

Ventilator care

ACLS certification

Patient education

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Job description

ConnectedHealth in Havre, MT is seeking a full-time Respiratory Therapist to deliver specialized respiratory care and collaborate with the care team. You will administer therapies, monitor patient responses, and support diagnostic testing to optimize patient outcomes.

Requirements include an accredited Respiratory Therapy degree, RRT certification, Montana license (or eligibility), and BLS. ACLS is preferred, with emphasis on patient education and safety in a fast-paced environment.