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Respiratory Therapist
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Job Summary:
Respiratory Therapist Registered (RT PEDS) position available within a critical care unit located in Englewood, Colorado. This role involves providing specialized respiratory therapy services in a busy pediatric intensive care environment. The position is suitable for professionals dedicated to making a difference in patient outcomes and interested in working with advanced equipment and technology.Job Details:
Schedule:
Night shifts, 12 hours per shift, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.Required Qualifications:
Valid Respiratory Therapist Registered (RT RRT) credential, minimum of 1 year current acute care hospital experience in respiratory therapy, BLS, ACLS, and NRP certifications, located in the United States, with at least 1 year of relevant experience.Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) or pediatrics (PEDS), familiarity with Level 1 trauma environments.Additional Information:
The unit has 502 beds with 64-70 staff members, including clinical respiratory therapists. The unit utilizes Hamilton G5 and C1 ventilators and the Meditech electronic medical record system. The ideal candidate will have a high-energy personality, a focus on patient care, and an interest in critical care. The position offers the opportunity to work with new equipment and a seasoned team of healthcare professionals. Benefits The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include: Private housing or generous housing allowance Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage Competitive salaries Referral bonuses Travel reimbursement 401(k) retirement plan Direct deposit/free checking Unlimited free CE creditsBenefits
- 401(k) Plans
- Other Retirement and Savings
- Health Insurance
- Transportation
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What they do
A Respiratory Therapist assists patients who have trouble breathing because of a chronic respiratory illness, trauma, or other conditions. Administers tests to diagnose breathing problems, performs treatments to help patients breathe easier, or sets up breathing equipment such as ventilators. Works closely with physicians and other healthcare workers, and may also assist in providing emergency care to patients suffering from heart attacks, drowning, or shock. Works in hospitals; may also provide care and counseling to patients in their homes.
$69,564 / year median in Colorado
+13% projected growth