Respiratory Therapist
Grand Junction, Colorado
Saint Mary's Hospital & Regional Medical Center

Respiratory Therapist

Location: Grand Junction, Colorado
Employment Type: Staffing - Supplier Sourced
Contract Length: 13 weeks (approximately 3 months)

Job Summary

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

Key Responsibilities

• Perform, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic testing procedures, including obtaining arterial 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 to staff, physicians, and other departments.
• Maintain awareness of patient conditions and make appropriate care recommendations.
• Educate patients and families on health promotion, wellness, and self-care techniques.
• Complete documentation accurately according to departmental standards.
• Monitor supplies and equipment, reporting issues as needed.
• Utilize time effectively to meet productivity standards.
• Participate in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.
• Act as a resource, consultant, and mentor to staff within the department.
• Participate in departmental meetings and contribute feedback.
• May float to other departments within scope of competency.
• May be required to be on-call during scheduled shifts.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Experience

• Respiratory Therapy
• Patient Education
• Patient Care
• Life Support
• Care Planning
• Patient Care Delivery
• Critical Thinking
• Documentation
• Quality Improvement
• Ability to follow protocols

Required Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Respiratory Therapist license (RRT).
• Experience as a Respiratory Therapist (years of experience not explicitly stated; assume standard professional competency).

Additional Information

• Prior travel experience is not specified as required.
• May require flexibility to float to other departments and be on-call.