Respiratory Therapist

Join Craig Hospital for a daytime, full‑time respiratory therapist position that focuses on specialized rehabilitation care.

Craig Hospital seeks a skilled, compassionate, and dedicated Respiratory Therapist to deliver expert respiratory care within our specialized rehabilitation setting. Your expertise will support diagnosis, treatment, and recovery for patients with complex cardiopulmonary needs, including spinal cord and brain injury.

• Deliver comprehensive respiratory care services based on department policies and evidence‑based protocols.
• Collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, therapists, and interdisciplinary team members to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
• Operate and troubleshoot respiratory equipment, including mechanical ventilators (invasive and non‑invasive), aerosol generators, and oxygen delivery systems.
• Monitor patient responses to therapy, adjusting interventions to optimize ventilation and oxygenation.
• Conduct arterial blood gas sampling, EKG testing, spirometry, and non‑invasive ventilation monitoring.
• Provide airway clearance therapies such as suctioning, assisted cough techniques, chest physiotherapy, and related modalities.
• Respond promptly and effectively to emergency situations, including CODE Blue calls — administering CPR, intubating as necessary, and maintaining active ACLS certification.
• Ensure patient safety and equipment functionality by regularly assessing ventilator settings, alarms, and clinical indicators.
• Educate patients and families on respiratory conditions, treatment plans, medication administration, and equipment usage.
• Mentor and precept new respiratory care staff, nursing personnel, and students.
• Assist with patient transport to diagnostic procedures and support physicians during bronchoscopy and other specialized interventions.
• Maintain meticulous documentation and comply with hospital and regulatory standards.
• Uphold patient dignity, privacy, and confidentiality at all times.

• Active Colorado Respiratory Care License.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential (preferred).
• Current BLS and ACLS certification (American Heart Association).
• Graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program.
• Minimum of 2 years recent clinical respiratory therapy experience, ideally in acute care or rehabilitation settings.
• Strong clinical acumen, excellent communication, prioritization, and technical proficiency.
• Ability to educate and mentor colleagues and students.
• Physical stamina and agility to meet acute patient care demands.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (self‑funded plan).
• Health Care and Dependent Care Spending Accounts.
• Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability Insurance.
• Paid time off and 403(b) retirement plan with matching contributions.
• Tuition Assistance and Employee Assistance Programs.

Salary Range: $31.90 per hour – $45.94 per hour with 18% Per‑Diem Differential + Shift Differentials.