Respiratory Therapist

Job Title

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Nights

Location

Roosevelt, UT

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Night Shift | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Work under the supervision of the Respiratory Medical Director and Department Manager in the treatment, management, control, and diagnostic evaluation and care of patients with cardiopulmonary deficiencies and abnormalities.
• Triage patients safely, rapidly, and accurately upon entry into the emergency care system, determining priorities of care based on physical and psychosocial needs and patient flow factors.
• Communicate with ED physicians regarding changes in patient status, symptomatology, and results of diagnostic studies.
• Provide respiratory care services in accordance with physician orders, department policies, and procedures including patient assessments, diagnostic evaluations, and therapeutic interventions.
• Deliver patient, caregiver, and community education as part of comprehensive respiratory care.

Required Qualifications

• Current Utah State Respiratory Therapist Licensure.
• Graduate of an AMA-approved School of Respiratory Therapy.
• Active BCLS and ACLS certification.
• Valid and active NBRC Credential in good standing.

Preferred Experience / Skills

• AARC or USRC membership preferred.
• Prior experience in an emergency care or acute care setting.