Senior Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Patient Care Leader

MedCadre; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

MedCadre in Colorado is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to provide advanced respiratory care, diagnose and manage cardiopulmonary deficiencies, and support CRT staff.

Responsibilities include arterial blood gases, medication administration, patient education, documentation, and participation in quality initiatives. Requires NBRC RT, CO license (DORA), BLS, ACLS; shift 3-12hr days; 1 year experience.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a NBRC approved Respiratory Therapist program is required.
• Education must be obtained from an accredited institution.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential required by NBRC.
• Current Colorado license (DORA) to practice is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• ACLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Performs, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic testing procedures according to protocol.
• Obtains arterial blood gases and interprets results.
• Administers medications safely and evaluates effects.
• Maintains communication of patient progress with staff and physicians.
• Teaches patients and families self-care techniques.
• Completes documentation per departmental standards and monitors supplies.

Skills

Respiratory Therapy

Patient Education

Patient Care

Life Support

Care Planning

Documentation

Quality Improvement

Follow Protocols

Critical Thinking

Education

NBRC RT program

Accredited institution

Job description

MedCadre in Colorado is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to provide advanced respiratory care, diagnose and manage cardiopulmonary deficiencies, and support CRT staff.

Responsibilities include arterial blood gases, medication administration, patient education, documentation, and participation in quality initiatives. Requires NBRC RT, CO license (DORA), BLS, ACLS; shift 3-12hr days; 1 year experience.