What are the responsibilities and job description for the Travel RRT Respiratory Therapy position at Intermountain Health?
As a Registered Respiratory Therapist at Intermountain Healthcare, you will be 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, we encourage you to apply.
About Our Travel Program
Intermountain Health is a nonprofit healthcare organization that focuses on person-centered care. Our caregivers who join our travel program enjoy assignments at locations throughout the Western Slope of Colorado, Denver Metro, and Montana areas. All travel assignments are on 14-week rotations.
Housing reimbursement is available for assignments working 50 miles or greater from your home, with amounts determined by the assigned site location. Receipts are required to be submitted within 30 days of transaction date.
Your Responsibilities
- Oversee and troubleshoot the operation of equipment for optimal patient care.
- Initiate Respiratory Protocol according to department criteria.
- Ensure that progress of patient is communicated to staff, physicians, and other departments.
- Recognize the educational needs of patients and families in relation to health promotion and wellness.
- Accurately document productivity information.
- Monitor supplies and equipment and notify appropriate person when supplies are low, out on loan, or broken.
- Participate in quality and patient safety initiatives.
- Identify potential safety hazards that may create problems for patients and/or staff and take appropriate actions.
Requirements
- Graduate of an AMA-approved program for Respiratory Therapy.
- One (1) year of hospital experience including critical care as Therapist.
- Current license as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of Colorado.
- Ability to obtain Respiratory Therapist License in the state of Montana.
- Current Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS-HCP) course completion card.
- ACLS/NRP/PALS certification as appropriate for unit or service.
- Registered Respiratory Therapist certification.
- Certification as appropriate for the unit or service preferred.
About You
We are looking for a detail-oriented and organized individual who can work effectively in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and be able to multitask with ease.
The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.
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.
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.
