Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Job Title : Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Location : Grand Junction, CO 81501

Assignment Type : 3+ Months (Possible Extension)

Start Date : ASAP

Shift : 12-Hour Nights | 36 Hours / Week

Travel Pay : $2500 / week (Blended)

Local Pay : $65 / hr. on (W2)

Summary :

The Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) provides advanced-level respiratory care to patients for the diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, and management of cardiopulmonary disorders. The RRT acts as a clinical resource to the team, ensuring safe, evidence-based respiratory care delivery while maintaining high standards of patient safety and quality outcomes.

Responsibilities :

• Perform and evaluate diagnostic respiratory testing procedures per protocol; obtain and interpret arterial blood gases.
• Administer medications safely and promptly; reassess treatment effectiveness and communicate progress with care teams.
• Monitor and assess patient conditions, collaborating with physicians and nurses to optimize respiratory care plans.
• Educate patients and families on respiratory health, therapy techniques, and equipment use.
• Accurately document assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with departmental standards.
• Maintain and monitor respiratory equipment and supplies, ensuring safety and readiness.
• Participate in quality and patient safety initiatives; identify opportunities for improvement and assist in implementation.
• Support and mentor peers, acting as a professional resource within the respiratory care team.
• Float to other departments as needed within scope of competence.
• Participate in departmental meetings, research, and ongoing professional development.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.