RRT Respiratory Therapist - PRN

Montrose Memorial Hospital; Montrose (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Montrose, Colorado, is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to join their Respiratory Care Services team. This role involves performing clinical procedures and providing care for patients with acute and chronic respiratory conditions. Applicants must be graduates of an accredited program and hold necessary certifications, coupled with strong teamwork and communication skills. A comprehensive benefits package including education contributions and retirement plan is offered.

Benefits

Student loan employer contributions up to $10,800 tax free!

Mentoring

Continuing Education

401 K Retirement Plan with employer match

Multiple health options to select from

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited Respiratory Therapy school.
• Required to be a Registered Respiratory Therapist.
• Must obtain ACLS certification within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Perform respiratory therapy procedures and manage ventilators.
• Conduct diagnostic studies and respiratory consultations.
• Assist with outpatient diagnostics as needed.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Patience

Team Player

Detail Oriented

Education

Graduate of AMA-approved school of Respiratory Therapy

Registered Respiratory Therapist by the NBRC

BLS certification

ACLS certification within 6 months of hire

Job description

About Montrose Regional Health:

• As the leading healthcare in the Uncompahgre Valley, MRH offers patients personalized and professional healthcare backed by the latest technology experience, and partnership, we continue to evolve and broaden our comprehensive services in 23-specialties and sub- specialties. We are the hospital, the healthcare resource, and the employer of choice in our communities. Montrose Regional Health is a not for-profit accredited by the Joint Commission meeting the highest standards of healthcare.

About The Department:

• Respiratory Care Services provides both diagnostic studies and respiratory care for inpatients and outpatients. Registered and certified respiratory care practitioners provide all therapeutic procedures including inhaled medications, postural drainage, airway care and oxygen therapy.
• The department and the medical staff treat patients with acute and chronic diseases, post-surgical patients, chest trauma and coronary disease among others

About The Career:

• Performs all procedures of clinical area, including respiratory care consults, RT procedures, vent management, bedside diagnostics. Assist with out-patient diagnostics as needed. Uses RT protocols and MD orders for therapy procedures and ventilator management.

All About You:

• Education: Graduate of AMA-approved school of Respiratory Therapy. Registered Respiratory Therapist by the NBRC. BLS required on hire. ACLS within 6 months of hire
• Training & Experience: Current, competent and basic knowledge of intensive care and neonatal intensive care including EKG, ABG, spirometry, and oximetry. Team player, compassionate, detail oriented, strong communication skills, patience, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work collaboratively and with minimal supervision.

What We Offer:

• Student loan employer contributions up to $10,800 tax free!
• Mentoring
• Continuing Education
• 401 K Retirement Plan with employer match
• Multiple health options to selection from

Our Brand:

• Integrity & honesty in everything we do
• Service with care and compassion
• Excellence
• Leadership with innovation & Creativity
• We care for our team like family.

* This position is located in Montrose Colorado