Details

Client Name
Intermountain Health Saint Joseph Hospital
Job Type
Travel
Offering
Allied
Profession
Therapy
Specialty
RRT
Job ID
33674055
Job Title
Respiratory Therapist
Weekly Pay
$2609.05

Shift Details

Shift
Mid - 8x5 - 03PM
Scheduled Hours
40

Job Order Details

Start Date
09/14/2025
End Date
12/07/2025
Duration
12 Week(s)

Job Description
Job Title: Respiratory Therapist
Profession: Respiratory Therapist
Specialty: -
Duration: 12
Shift: Evening
Hours per Shift: 8
Experience: Minimum Years of Experience not specified
License: Current license as Registered Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice required
Certifications: Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care (RRT)
Must-Have: Basic Life Support (BLS)

Description:
The Respiratory Therapist (RRT) provides advanced-level respiratory care to patients.
This care is designed to diagnose, evaluate, treat, manage, and control deficiencies and/or abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system.
The position acts as a resource to other staff members.
The RRT may be responsible for special clinical projects or assignments as designated by leadership.

The therapist performs, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic testing procedures according to protocol.
Obtains arterial gases and oversees the operation of equipment for optimal patient care.
Initiates respiratory protocols according to department criteria.
Begins interventions based on the interpretation of assessments.

The therapist administers medications in a timely and safe manner.
Evaluates the effect of treatments and re-evaluates appropriately according to protocol.
Ensures that patient progress is communicated to staff and other departments.

Maintains awareness of assigned patients' overall conditions.
Communicates and shares patient information with the healthcare team.
Makes appropriate recommendations for patient care.

Recognizes the educational needs of patients and families in relation to health promotion and wellness.
Teaches patients and families self-care techniques and modalities.

Completes documentation according to departmental standards.
Accurately documents productivity information.
Monitors supplies and equipment and notifies appropriate personnel when supplies are low or broken.

Utilizes time effectively to achieve productivity standards.
Participates in quality and patient safety initiatives.
Identifies potential areas for improvement in processes to enhance patient satisfaction.
Addresses potential safety hazards that could impact patients or staff.
Participates in departmental meetings, contributing ideas and feedback.

Promotes the profession of Respiratory Care.
Acts as a resource, consultant, and mentor to staff.
Contributes to quality improvement and research activities as part of the Respiratory Care Team.

May be required to float to other departments based on business needs.
May be required to be placed on-call during a regularly scheduled shift.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Client Details

Address
1375 E 19th Ave
City
Denver
State
CO
Zip Code
80218

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