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.
Respiratory Therapist Registered (RT PEDS) in a healthcare facility located in Lone Tree, Colorado. This position involves providing respiratory therapy services for pediatric, neonatal, and adult patients in a fast-paced, 240-bed hospital setting. The role emphasizes ventilator management, airway management, and patient education, requiring collaboration within a multidisciplinary team. The assignment offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities to utilize advanced equipment and procedures.
Job Details:
Position:
Respiratory Therapist Registered (RT PEDS)
Location:
Lone Tree, Colorado Schedule:
Nights, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week
Start Date:
09/21/2026
End Date:
12/21/2026
Required Qualifications:
Certifications:
BLS, ACLS, NRP, and PALS;
Education:
certification as Respiratory Therapist Registered;
Experience:
minimum of 6 months current acute care hospital respiratory therapy experience;
Location:
Colorado;
Years of Experience:
0+ (default to 0); Facility requires candidates to have current acute care hospital respiratory therapy experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
Prior Meditech experience, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) experience, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) experience.
Additional Information:
The role involves administering treatments, ventilator setup, assisting with intubation, ABG analysis, and patient/staff education. The unit supports patient care in Emergency Department, Pediatric, Intensive Care, and Neonatal Intensive Care settings. Candidates should possess a team-player attitude, be collaborative, and comfortable with autonomous practice. Flexible scheduling and the critical role in NICU and ICU therapy are highlighted as attractive features. 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 credits
