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.
Performs quality respiratory care, cardiopulmonary and neuro-diagnostics for our patients.
Work Schedule:
Part-Time Location :
Respiratory Therapy Department at the
Hospital Application Deadline:
July 27, 2026 or until position is filled.
Responsibilities:
Provides appropriate respiratory therapy treatments with protocols including: oxygen therapy, nebulizer treatments, intermittent positive pressure breathing treatments, chest physiotherapy, ventilator management, incentive spirometry, or Sputum induction. b. Provides appropriate cardio-pulmonary diagnostics with protocols including: electrocardiograms, cardiac stress testing, Lexiscan (cardiolite), dypridimal (persantine), dobutimine, stress echocardiogram, tilt test, holter scanning, pulmonary function testing, arterial blood sampling and analysis, bronchoscopy assistance, electroencephalograms, home sleep studies, and home nocturnal oximetry's as required. Documents the patient record per departmental standards.
Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent. (Associate's Degree preferred)
Minimum Experience:
Two (2) years of relevant experience. Current
BLS. ALC
Required within 6-months of employment. Requires current, unrestricted, Colorado licensure as a Registered Respiratory Therapist. CRT Required. RRT within 2 years. NRP preferred. This position's pay range is: $38.00 - $43.70 per hour, depending on education and experience. Discretionary bonuses, relocation expenses, merit increases, market adjustments, recognition bonuses and other forms of discretionary compensation may be paid to eligible employees based upon organizational and individual performance.
Benefits:
Employees are eligible to participate in an attractive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, education assistance, 403(b) with employer matching, and more. Eligibility is based on employment status. Details regarding specific benefit you may be eligible for will be discussed during the hiring process. Be Extraordinary. Join Us Today!
