Therapist, Respiratory - Therapist, Salida, Colorado

Clover Staffing

Salida (CO)

Hybrid

USD 88,000 - 96,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Job summary

Clover Staffing in Salida, Colorado seeks a Respiratory Therapist for a 13‑week contract. You will assist physicians, perform ABG and PFT, develop treatment plans, and operate ventilators in a hospital setting. Shifts are 07:00 PM – 07:00 AM with weekly pay.

The ideal candidate holds NBRC RRT and CRT, BLS/ACLS, and state licensure. 2+ years of clinical respiratory care is preferred. Housing and health benefits are provided; travel pay offered.

Qualifications

RRT credential from NBRC required.
CRT certification required.
BLS/ACLS certification required.
State licensure required.
Associate degree or higher in respiratory care from accredited program.
2+ years clinical respiratory care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist physicians in evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of respiratory disorders.
Evaluate patients and perform diagnostic tests (arterial blood gases, pulmonary function tests).
Develop respiratory treatment plans with physicians.
Monitor patient physiological responses to therapy.
Set up and operate mechanical ventilators and aerosol generators.
Manage life-support equipment in critical care settings.
Administer respiratory treatments (oxygen therapy, nebulizer treatments, chest physiotherapy).
Respond to emergency situations (cardiac arrest, trauma).
Collaborate with healthcare team on patient management.
Educate patients and families about disease management.

Education

Associate degree or higher in respiratory care

Job description

Therapist, Respiratory - Therapist, Salida, Colorado

Key Responsibilities

Assist physicians in evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of respiratory disorders.
Evaluate patients and perform diagnostic tests (arterial blood gases, pulmonary function tests).
Develop respiratory treatment plans with physicians.
Monitor patient physiological responses to therapy.
Set up and operate mechanical ventilators and aerosol generators.
Manage life-support equipment in critical care settings.
Administer respiratory treatments (oxygen therapy, nebulizer treatments, chest physiotherapy).
Respond to emergency situations (cardiac arrest, trauma).
Collaborate with healthcare team on patient management.
Educate patients and families about disease management.

Certifications/Requirements

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from NBRC required.
Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) minimum certification required.
BLS/ACLS certification required.
State licensure required (49 states regulate respiratory therapy).

Experience

Associate degree or higher from accredited respiratory care program (2-3 years).
Pass NBRC Therapist Multiple-Choice (TMC) examination.
Pass NBRC Clinical Simulation Examination (CSE).
2+ years clinical respiratory care experience preferred.
Pass state licensure examination.

Compensation and Benefits