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.
Nights, 36 hours per week. Schedule includes Sundays-Tuesdays on night shifts with a 4th night rotation every other week, 6:00 pm-6:30 am, with some call and weekend responsibilities.
Setting:
Critical Access Hospital.
Key Highlights Weekly pay:
$2,115-$2,158 per week Guaranteed hours: 36 per week Contract duration: 13 weeks
Shift:
Nights, 36 hours; Sundays-Tuesdays with a 4th night rotation every other week Start date: 11/19/2026
Setting:
Critical Access Hospital (travel assignment) Responsibilities Perform and collect diagnostic information, including pulmonary function testing, pad net, sleep studies, noninvasive and invasive diagnostic procedures, and blood gas analyses. Assess patients with physical examination and interpretation of diagnostic data to guide care. Apply respiratory therapies, including medical gas therapy, humidity therapy, aerosol therapy, artificial airway insertion/management, airway clearance, and both invasive and noninvasive ventilation. Monitor patient response to therapies and adjust interventions in a timely manner. Participate in discharge planning and case management processes. Engage in public education activities focused on cardiopulmonary wellness. Attend mandatory safety in-services, department meetings, and other in-service offerings as selected by the manager. Requirements Current, active Colorado license as a Respiratory Therapist.
Certifications:
BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP required.
Education:
Certification or registry from college or technical school; Certified Respiratory Therapy Technician or Registered Respiratory Therapist.
Experience:
Two years of relevant respiratory care experience required. Ability to work nights and weekends in a hospital setting; able to participate in on-call activities as scheduled. Benefits and Support Dedicated recruiter and travel support throughout the assignment 24/7 assistance for travelers during the assignment Credentialing and onboarding coordination Weekly pay with direct deposit Recruitment of potential extension opportunities and ongoing assignment support Find more opportunities For additional travel nursing and allied health openings from Healthforce Healthcare LLC, please visit https://healthforce.applytojob.com/apply to view current openings and apply.
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