Respiratory Therapist
Billings, MT
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$53-57/hourOverview
- Start Date07/12/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- School loan reimbursement
- Vision benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Company provided housing options
- License and certification reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
- Mileage reimbursement
- Pet insurance
- Discount program
- Employee assistance programs
- Guaranteed Hours
- Health savings account
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Continuing Education
- Dental benefits
Description
Respiratory Therapist
Location: Billings, Montana
Employment Type: Clinical Non-Nursing
Shift: Night, 12-hour shifts
Hours per Week: 36
Job Summary
Provide advanced-level respiratory care to diagnose, evaluate, treat, manage, and control cardiopulmonary system deficiencies or abnormalities under physician orders. Serve as a resource to Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) staff and may lead special clinical projects or assignments.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests including arterial blood gases.
- Oversee and troubleshoot respiratory equipment for optimal patient care.
- Initiate respiratory protocols and interventions based on assessments.
- Administer medications safely and evaluate their effects per protocol.
- Communicate patient progress and collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other departments.
- Educate patients and families on health promotion, wellness, and self-care techniques.
- Complete accurate documentation and maintain productivity standards.
- Monitor supplies and equipment status, reporting issues as needed.
- Participate in quality improvement, patient safety initiatives, and departmental meetings.
- Act as a mentor and resource within the respiratory care team.
- May float to other departments within competency and be placed on-call during scheduled shifts.
Required Qualifications
- Valid Respiratory Therapist license in Montana
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from the NBRC
- Graduate of a National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) approved Respiratory Therapist program from an accredited institution
- Minimum of 1 year of Respiratory Therapist experience, including experience within the last year
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Contract Length
- Approximately 13 weeks.
Additional Information
- Prior travel experience is not specified as required.
- Night shift with 12-hour shifts, totaling 36 hours per week.
- May require on-call availability during scheduled shifts.
Employer
Host Healthcare
247 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare
Pros
Extremely helpful and responsive in all aspects of recruitment and throughout each of my contracts!
Cons
None
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About Billings, MT
As a in Billings, MT here's what you should know:- Billings has a lower cost of living compared to many similarly-sized cities, making it a surprisingly affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs range from 80-90°F, while winter lows range from 15-25°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find in Billings.
- Billings is car-friendly with easily navigable roads.
- Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.
- Billings has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include seasonal allergies and respiratory conditions due to the dry climate.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Billings offers a variety of activities including award-winning restaurants, rodeos, Pictograph Cave State Park, ZooMontana, the Western Heritage Center, and a vibrant arts and music scene.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy the natural beauty of Yellowstone Valley, Beartooth Mountains, and Absaroka Mountains.
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