Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist
Billings, MT
Integrated Healthcare Services
3x12 hrs, Nights

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Location: Billings, Montana
Employment Type: Staffing - Supplier Sourced
Contract Length: 13 weeks (approximately 3 months)

Job Summary

The Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) provides advanced respiratory care to diagnose, evaluate, treat, manage, and control cardiopulmonary system deficiencies or abnormalities under physician orders. Acts as a resource to Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) staff and may lead special clinical projects or assignments as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic testing procedures, including obtaining arterial blood gases.
• Oversee and troubleshoot respiratory equipment to ensure optimal patient care.
• Initiate respiratory protocols and interventions based on patient assessments.
• Administer medications safely and evaluate their effects according to protocol.
• Communicate patient progress and condition to staff, physicians, and other departments.
• Educate patients and families on health promotion, wellness, and self-care techniques.
• Complete documentation accurately and maintain productivity standards.
• Monitor supplies and equipment, reporting issues as necessary.
• Participate in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.
• May float to other departments within competency and qualifications.
• May be required to be on-call during scheduled shifts.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to see, read, and assess patient needs and equipment labels.
• Frequent verbal communication and ability to hear alarms and spoken information quickly and accurately, especially in emergencies.
• Manual dexterity to manipulate complex and delicate equipment, including frequent computer use.
• Ability to lift, bend, and transfer patients and supplies, including heavy items.
• Ability to walk, assist with patient transport, and navigate crowded, busy environments.
• May need to stand for extended periods.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Respiratory Therapist license in Montana
• Minimum of 1 year of recent Respiratory Therapist experience within the last year