RRT Respiratory Therapist - Night Shift

Intermountain Healthcare; Sandy (UT); On-site; USD 44,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k)

Education assistance

Job summary

Intermountain Health in Sandy, UT, is hiring a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to provide advanced cardiopulmonary care under physician orders. The role includes interpreting tests, arterial gas analysis, ventilator management, medication administration, and collaboration with physicians and nurses.

Requirements include NBRC-validated RT education, NBRC registration, active state license, BLS, and additional certifications (PALS/ACLS/NRP).

Qualifications

• NBRC approved Respiratory Therapist program.
• Registered by NBRC.
• Current license as Registered Respiratory Therapist in the practicing state.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers.
• Additional certifications (e.g., PALS, ACLS, NRP) as required.

Responsibilities

• Performs, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic testing procedures.
• Obtains arterial blood gases and monitors equipment.
• Initiates respiratory protocol and interventions as needed.
• Administers medications safely and evaluates effects.
• Documents care and communicates patient status to care team.
• Participates in quality improvement and education of staff.

Education

NBRC approved Respiratory Therapist program

Job description

Intermountain Health in Sandy, UT, is hiring a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to provide advanced cardiopulmonary care under physician orders. The role includes interpreting tests, arterial gas analysis, ventilator management, medication administration, and collaboration with physicians and nurses.

Requirements include NBRC-validated RT education, NBRC registration, active state license, BLS, and additional certifications (PALS/ACLS/NRP).