Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist
Denver, Colorado
Saint Joseph Hospital

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Location: Denver, Colorado
Employment Type: Staffing - Supplier Sourced
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

The Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) provides advanced-level respiratory care to patients 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 for optimal patient care.
• Initiate respiratory protocols and interventions based on patient assessments.
• Administer medications safely and evaluate their effects per 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 shortages or malfunctions.
• Participate in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.
• May float to other departments within scope of competency.
• May be required to be on-call during scheduled shifts.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to see, read, and assess patient needs and equipment labels.
• Strong verbal communication skills, especially in emergency situations.
• Manual dexterity for handling complex and delicate equipment.
• Ability to lift, transfer, and assist patients, including heavy items.
• Ability to walk, push/pull equipment, and navigate crowded spaces.
• May need to stand for extended periods.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Respiratory Therapist license in Colorado
• Minimum of 1 year of recent Respiratory Therapist experience

Experience

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Required Years of Experience: At least 1 year of recent experience as a Respiratory Therapist
• Prior travel experience: Not required.

Additional Notes

• This role supports patient care through advanced respiratory therapy and may involve leadership or project responsibilities.
• Flexibility to float to other departments and be on-call is required.