Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Day Shift

Are you a skilled and licensed Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) interested in delivering top-quality respiratory care in a close knit rural hospital setting? Join our team in Meredith, CO, where your expertise will support patients across varied clinical areas during daytime hours.

Position Overview
As a Respiratory Therapist, you will provide essential diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory services, caring for patients in critical care, emergency, and general inpatient settings. You'll work closely with physicians, nurses, and other clinicians to optimize respiratory health and enhance patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer respiratory treatments, including mechanical ventilation management, aerosol medications, oxygen therapy, and airway clearance

• Conduct arterial blood gas sampling and interpret results

• Monitor cardiopulmonary status and adjust therapies based on assessment findings

• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot respiratory care equipment

• Respond to emergency codes and support advanced airway management (bag mask, intubation assistance)

• Document assessments, treatments, and patient progress accurately and timely

• Collaborate with the care team to develop and adjust individualized patient care plans

Why Join Us?

• Competitive day shift pay in a rural, community-focused hospital

• Comprehensive benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Retirement plans

• Support for continuing education and licensing renewals

• Collaborative and inclusive team culture

• Opportunity to live and work in a scenic mountain town offering proximity to river recreation, wildlife, and outdoor adventure