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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.

Facility

Saint Vincent Healthcare

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Short Term Acute Care
258 beds

ADDRESS1233 North 30th StreetBillings, MT 59101

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About Billings, MT

As a Travel Respiratory Therapist in Billings, MT here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

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.

Weather

Average summer highs range from 80-90°F, while winter lows range from 15-25°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find in Billings.

Transportation

Billings is car-friendly with easily navigable roads.
Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.

Demographics

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.

Things to Do

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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