Job Description:Respiratory Therapists at Intermountain Health are committed
to providing patient centered care while demonstrating our values of
Integrity, Trust, Excellence, Accountability, and Mutual Respect. If
you are interested in contributing to our mission of helping people live the
healthiest lives possible- come join our team!
Posting Specifics:
Flat Rate: $55.00/hr
Shift Details: Variable
Hours: Full-Time (36 hours)
Benefit Eligible: No
is part of Intermountain Health a nonprofit healthcare organization that
focuses on person-centered care. Caregivers who join ourTravel Programenjoy
assignments at locations throughout the Western Slope of Colorado, Denver
Metro and Montana areas. All travel assignments are on 14-week rotations. All
eligible job-related expenses and lodging allowance will be covered by
Intermountain Health.
are one of the ways we encourage health for you and your family. Our generous
package includes medical, dental and vision coverage. But health is more
than a well-working body: it encompasses body, mind and social well-being.
To that end, we've launched a Healthy Living program to address your
holistic health. Healthy Living includes financial incentives, digital
tools, tobacco cessation, classes, counseling and Paid Time Off. We also
offer financial wellness tools and retirement planning.
Scope:
Respiratory Therapist responsibilities:
Perform, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic testing procedures according
to protocol. Obtain arterial gases. Oversee and troubleshoot the operation of
equipment for optimal patient care. Initiate Respiratory Protocol according to
department criteria. Initiate interventions based on the interpretation of
assessments.
Administer medications in a timely and safe manner. Evaluate effect and
re-evaluate appropriately and according to protocol. Ensure that progress of
patient is communicated to staff, physicians and other departments.
Maintain awareness of assigned patient's overall condition. Communicate and
share patient information with the physicians and nurses. Make appropriate
recommendations for patient care. Recognize the educational needs of patients
and families in relation to health promotion and wellness. Teach patients and
families self-care techniques and modalities.
Complete documentation according to departmental standards. Accurately
document productivity information. Monitor supplies and equipment and notify
appropriate person when supplies are low, out on loan or broken. Utilize
time effectively to achieve productivity standard, including utilizing low
census time when patient load does not support full productivity.
Participate in quality and patient safety initiatives. Identify potential
areas for improvement including processes that could be streamlined or revised
to improve patient satisfaction. Identify potential safety hazards that may
create problems for patients and/or staff and take appropriate actions.
Participate in departmental meetings, contributing ideas or feedback.
Requirements:
Graduate of AMA approved program for Respiratory Therapy is required.
One (1) years of hospital experience including critical care as Therapist
is required.
Current license as a Respiratory Therapist in the state Colorado.
Ability to obtain Respiratory Therapist License in the state of Montana.
Current Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS-HCP) course
completion card is required.
(ACLS/NRP/PALS as appropriate for unit or service.)
Registered Respiratory Therapist is required.
Certification as appropriate for the unit or service is preferred.
Now that you know more about being aRespiratory Therapiston our team we hope
you'll join us. At Intermountain Health you'll reaffirm every day how much
you love this work, and why you were called to it in the first place.
Physical Requirements:
Anticipated job posting close date:05/20/2024
Location:Peaks Regional Office
Work City:Br omfield
Work State:Colorado
Scheduled Weekly Hours:0
The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate
dependent upon experience.$1.00 - $1,000.00
We care about your well-being - mind, body, and spirit - which is why we
provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of
programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living
healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.
Learn more about our comprehensive benefits packages for our, and for our
; and our commitment to.
Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants
will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Our facilities do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race,
color, national origin, disability, or age in admission or access to,
or treatment or employment in, its programs, services or activities, or
on the basis of sex (gender) in health programs and activities