Registered Respiratory Therapist
Havre, MT
GlobalPoint
3x12 hrs, Flexible

Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Contract Term: 13 Weeks
Schedule: Variable Shifts – Depending on Coverage Needs
Hours: 36 Hours per Week
Location: Northern Montana Health Center, Havre, Montana 59501
Pay Rate: $70–$75/hour (All-Inclusive)

Required Documents & Qualifications

• Most recent updated resume required.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Graduation from an accredited Respiratory Care Technician program or certification through the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
• Current and active Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) license in the state of Montana.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Experience with Sentry Suite Pulmonary Function Testing (PFT).
• Experience performing and assisting with Stress Tests.
• Knowledge of respiratory care procedures, equipment, and treatment techniques.
• Knowledge and understanding of respiratory care requirements for patients across different age groups.
• Ability to operate and manage various types of respiratory equipment.
• Must be willing to work variable shifts based on facility coverage needs.

Important Travel Requirement:

• Montana residents will not be accepted unless they meet the facility's 250-mile radius rule.
• In-state Montana travelers must reside more than 250 miles from the facility to be considered.

Job Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and maintain various types of respiratory equipment used in diagnosing and treating respiratory diseases and illnesses.
• Provide respiratory therapy services under the supervision of the Director of Respiratory Therapy and according to physician orders.
• Perform respiratory assessments and assist in developing appropriate treatment plans.
• Administer prescribed respiratory treatments and therapies.
• Perform pulmonary function testing (PFT) using the Sentry Suite system.
• Assist with and perform Stress Tests as required.
• Monitor patient responses to respiratory treatments and report significant changes to the healthcare team.
• Ensure respiratory equipment is properly set up, functioning, and maintained.
• Provide respiratory care to patients across different age groups based on their clinical needs.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure quality patient care.
• Maintain accurate documentation of respiratory treatments, procedures, and patient responses.
• Follow hospital policies, infection control standards, and patient safety protocols.
• Perform other respiratory therapy duties as assigned.