Respiratory Therapist Eligible

Job Description :

Respiratory Therapists follow AARC standards at St. Mary's Medical Center. They insert arterial lines, intubate patients and practice patient driven protocolized care. St. Mary's is a 310-bed hospital with 32 ICU / CVICU beds, 33 ED beds and 22 NICU beds. As the largest hospital between Denver and Salt Lake City, this level II trauma center gives RT's the opportunity to frequently work in critical care areas (including a level III NICU) and advance their careers in leadership roles within the department.

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Posting Specifics :

• Benefits Eligible : Yes
• Shift Details : Variable.
• Hours : Full-Time (36 hours)
• Additional Details : Shift differentials given for evenings, nights and weekends

To show our commitment to you and to assist with your transition into our organization, we will also offer up to a $15,000 bonus if applicable and a $10,000 bonus with less than 1 years' experience for Registered Respiratory Therapist

In Grand Junction, you're surrounded by countless outdoor activities (see Colorado National Monument ), near access to world-class ski resorts ( Aspen and Snowmass ), and 3 National parks (Arches, Canyonlands, and Black Canyon of the Gunnison) while being in a community that is home to 30 wineries and tasting rooms. With 300 days of sunshine and four seasons, Grand Junction's a wonderful place to live.

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Scope

Minimum Qualifications

Required

Respiratory Therapist Eligible

This is intended as a temporary position only, with the expectation that employees advance to the RRT position as soon as possible. Employees cannot remain in the RRT-Eligible position longer than 3 months.

Provides respiratory care to patients designed to diagnose, evaluate, treat, manage, and control deficiencies and / or abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system within the prescription of the order physician. RRT-Eligible may be responsible for special clinical projects or assignments as designated by leadership according to the needs of the department.

Respiratory Therapist Eligible Minimum Qualifications

Graduate of a NBRC approved Respiratory Therapist program. Education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Degree will be verified.

Obtain license for Registered Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice within 3 months of hire or transfer.

Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers.

Specific certifications as required (i.e. PALS, ACLS, NRP).

Additional details : Pay range

26.48 - 40.87 USD Hourly

Physical Requirements :

Location :

St. Marys Regional Hospital

Work City : Grand Junction

Work State : Colorado

Scheduled Weekly Hours :

36

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.

$32.02 - $49.44

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.

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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.

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