RRT/CRT – Ventilation & Critical Care Specialist

ConnectedHealth; Laramie (WY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ConnectedHealth is seeking a Full-time Registered or Certified Respiratory Therapist for hospital settings with day/night shifts. The role focuses on cardiopulmonary care for acute and chronic patients, delivering ventilator support, airway management, and patient education.

You will assess respiratory status, develop care plans, perform ABG sampling, and ensure safe equipment use while documenting in EMR. Strong teamwork and critical thinking are essential in this dynamic clinical environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in Respiratory Therapy or Respiratory Care from an accredited program.
• Active Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential through NBRC.
• Active respiratory care practitioner license in the state of employment, or eligibility to obtain licensure before starting.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive respiratory therapy services to patients with acute and chronic cardiopulmonary conditions.
• Assess patients' respiratory status and assist in developing individualized respiratory care plans.
• Administer oxygen therapy, aerosolized medications, nebulizer treatments, and other prescribed respiratory treatments.
• Initiate, monitor, and manage invasive and noninvasive mechanical ventilation according to physician orders and facility protocols.
• Perform airway management procedures, including suctioning, tracheostomy care, and assistance with intubation.
• Obtain arterial blood gas samples and assist with interpreting results to evaluate respiratory function.
• Monitor patients receiving respiratory support and adjust treatment plans as authorized by established protocols.
• Respond to emergency situations, rapid responses, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation events.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to deliver safe, effective patient care.
• Educate patients and families on respiratory conditions, treatments, and respiratory equipment.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in electronic medical records.
• Ensure respiratory equipment is properly maintained, cleaned, and functioning safely.

Skills

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Documentation in EMR

Ventilation management

Education

Associate degree or higher in Respiratory Therapy

NBRC-credential: RRT/CRT

State licensure or eligibility to obtain

BLS certification

Job description

ConnectedHealth is seeking a Full-time Registered or Certified Respiratory Therapist for hospital settings with day/night shifts. The role focuses on cardiopulmonary care for acute and chronic patients, delivering ventilator support, airway management, and patient education.

You will assess respiratory status, develop care plans, perform ABG sampling, and ensure safe equipment use while documenting in EMR. Strong teamwork and critical thinking are essential in this dynamic clinical environment.