Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Butte, Montana
Peaks Region - 400 South Clark Street , St. James Hospital

Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Montana, Butte

Job Summary

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

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 according to protocol.
• Communicate patient progress to staff, physicians, and other departments.
• Monitor patients’ overall condition and make appropriate care recommendations.
• Educate patients and families on health promotion, wellness, and self-care techniques.
• Complete documentation accurately and maintain productivity standards.
• Monitor supplies and equipment, reporting issues as needed.
• Participate in quality improvement, patient safety initiatives, and departmental meetings.
• Promote the respiratory care profession and mentor staff.
• Participate in research and quality improvement activities.
• May float to other departments within 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
• Following Protocols

Contract Length

• 14 weeks

Prior Travel Experience

• Not specified / Not required

Years of Experience Required

• Not explicitly stated; assume standard for RRT positions (typically 1+ years)