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Portneuf Health

Respiratory Therapist / RRT or CRT

Portneuf Health

Location
Onsite (Pocatello, Idaho)
Employment
Per Diem
Level
Entry Level
Posted 1 week ago

About the Role

Portneuf Medical Center is a nationally recognized Level II Trauma Center and tertiary referral hospital in Pocatello, Idaho. The Respiratory Therapist role involves conducting diagnostic evaluations, managing cardiopulmonary care, and precepting new staff within a supportive, people-first healthcare environment.

Skills

Cardiopulmonary care Diagnostic evaluation Medication administration Patient management Precepting BLS ACLS NRP PALS

Full job details

Overview

Join our team as a variable shift, PRN, Respiratory Therapist (RRT or CRT) in Pocatello, ID.

 

Why Join Us? 

 

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better  

  • Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.  
  • People-First: We prioritize your well-being with a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.  
  • Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.  

Get to Know Your Team:  

  • Portneuf Medical Center (PMC) is a nationally recognized healthcare leader with 205 beds, serving as the region's Level II Trauma Center and tertiary referral hospital, and is home to the Portneuf Heart and Vascular Institute, Portneuf Cancer Center, Portneuf Medical Group, and Portneuf Air Rescue. PMC has a Level III neonatal intensive care unit, an adult intensive care unit, nationally recognized orthopedic services, a full suite of cardiac care, Center of Excellence-recognized surgeons, imaging, and primary and specialty care.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct a program of treatment, management, diagnostic evaluation, and care of patients with deficiencies and abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system in a safe and therapeutically effective manner.
  • Administer and document medication in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
  • Correctly administer Cardiopulmonary Care Services in accordance with Policies and Procedures.
  • Precept employees, new orients, and students.
  • Maintain awareness of environmental conditions and initiate corrective intervention as indicated.
  • Maintain a professional relationship with the medical staff.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

  • High School Graduate or Equivalent.
  • Completion of a respiratory care program approved by the American Medical Association.

  • Certified or Registered Respiratory Therapist by the National Board for Respiratory Care.

  • Idaho Licensed Respiratory Therapist licensure.

  • BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.

  • Obtain ACLS and NRP within six months of hire and maintain them as current.

Preferred Job Requirements:

  • PALS certification.