Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Full Time

Respiratory Therapist

Jackson HealthPros is hiring an experienced Respiratory Therapist for a permanent position with a local healthcare provider where you'll be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the treatment, care, and needs of patients with breathing disorders.

Minimum Requirements:

• Graduate of a college or university program of Respiratory Therapy (AMA approved).
• Credentialed with the NBRC as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT).
• Active Colorado license in good standing.
• BLS certification.
• ACLS, PALS, and NRP required within 6 months of hire.
• Ability to perform ventilator care, suctioning, artificial airway care, resuscitation, bedside spirometry, ABG specimen collection and interpretation, and chest X-ray interpretation.
• Experience administering bronchial hygiene and therapeutic procedures including IPPB, Incentive Spirometry, EZ-PAP, HHN, CPT, bland aerosol administration, humidification therapy, O2 therapy, CPR, and airway maintenance.
• Experience performing EKGs, EEGs, PFTs, Mobile Cardiac Telemetry, Holter and Event Monitor hookups.
• Ability to utilize and maintain organized medical records and document in clinical forms and EMR.
• Candidate must be willing to relocate to a rural area.

Benefits:

• Full medical, dental and vision plans.
• Generous Paid Time Off and Sick Leave with accruals beginning on first day.
• Retirement plan with up to 5% employer match after one year.
• Free life and disability insurance for full-time employees and low-cost additional coverage options.
• Voluntary benefits such as identity theft protection and flexible spending accounts.
• On-site 24-hour employee health center and discounts to local fitness/recreational centers.
• Education program benefits to support professional growth.
• Opportunities to volunteer with local nonprofit and community events.
• Employee discounts on cell-phone plans, ski/snowboard lift tickets, electronics, and local activities.
• Employee support services including up to four free counseling sessions for employees and family members.
• Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance may be available for this position.

Location Highlights:

Alamosa, CO offers four-season outdoor recreation and a small-town community atmosphere. The city sits in the San Luis Valley and is near Great Sand Dunes National Park for hiking and sand boarding. Fishing opportunities exist along the Conejos River. Skiing is available at Wolf Creek Ski Area. The area hosts year-round arts and cultural events, including nearby regional theaters and an annual art walk. Alamosa is a college town with Adams State University and offers minimal traffic and abundant sunshine. Major cities within driving distance include Pueblo (2 hours north), Colorado Springs (3 hours north), Denver (4 hours north), Santa Fe (2 hours south), and Albuquerque (3.25 hours south).

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