Respiratory Therapy Technician*

Cherry County Hospital; Norfolk (NE); On-site; USD 53,175 - 59,925; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance $50,000

Long-Term Disability

FSA/HSA options

Retirement Plan 457

Job summary

Cherry County Hospital in Norfolk, Nebraska, is seeking a compassionate Respiratory Therapy Technician to join our rural Critical Access Hospital team. The role involves performing prescribed respiratory treatments, maintaining equipment, and documenting patient care with a collaborative approach within the healthcare team.

We offer full-time employment with a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
• Current Nebraska Respiratory Therapy license.
• Strong communication and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to providing compassionate, high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities

• Perform respiratory therapy treatments and diagnostic testing as prescribed by physicians.
• Provide high-quality respiratory care for patients of all ages.
• Maintain respiratory therapy equipment and department supplies.
• Ensure accurate patient documentation and medical records.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
• Participate in quality improvement and ongoing professional education.

Skills

Communication

Critical thinking

Independence

Teamwork

Compassionate care

Education

Accredited Respiratory Therapy program

Job description

Respiratory Therapy Technician

Cherry County Hospital Norfolk, Nebraska, United States

About this position

Location: Cherry County Hospital – Valentine, NE 69201

Compensation RRT: Starting at $38.60- $43.50 (based on experience)

Compensation CRT: Starting at $35.92- $37.52 (based on experience)

Position: Full-Time

Benefit Eligible: Yes

Join Our Team – Respiratory Therapy Technician

Cherry County Hospital is seeking a compassionate and skilled Respiratory Therapy Technician to join our healthcare team. If you're passionate about providing exceptional respiratory care and enjoy working in a collaborative, patient-centered environment, we'd love to hear from you!

Position Highlights

• Perform respiratory therapy treatments and diagnostic testing as prescribed by physicians
• Provide high-quality respiratory care for patients of all ages
• Maintain respiratory therapy equipment and department supplies
• Ensure accurate patient documentation and medical records
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals
• Participate in quality improvement and ongoing professional education

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program
• Current Nebraska Respiratory Therapy license
• Strong communication and critical thinking skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Commitment to providing compassionate, high-quality patient care

Why Join Cherry County Hospital?

• Supportive, team-oriented work environment
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a rural Critical Access Hospital
• Professional growth and continuing education opportunities
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

Comprehensive Benefits Package

• Health Insurance: Co-pay or HSA plan options – 100% employee premium paid
• Dental Insurance: 100% employee premium paid
• Vision Insurance: 100% employee premium paid
• $50,000 Group Life Insurance with AD&D
• Long-Term Disability: 100% employee premium paid
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution
• Optional Supplemental Benefits: Short-Term Disability, Supplemental Life & AD&D, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Accident Insurance
• Retirement Plan: 457 Plan with Pre-Tax and Roth contribution options

Minimum Job Requirements

• Has completed a respiratory therapy education program which is accredited by the Joint Review Committee for Respiratory Therapy Education in collaboration with the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association
• Licensed by the State of Nebraska