Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist; RRT - in Grand Junction

Position: Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - $2,290 per week in Grand Junction, CO
Registered Respiratory Therapist

Location:

Grand Junction, CO

Agency:  Cynet Health

Pay:  $2,290 per week

Shift Information:  Days - 3 days x 12 hours

Contract Duration:  13 Weeks

Start Date:

3/22/2026

About the Position

Job Title:

Respiratory Therapist

Profession:
Respiratory Therapist

Specialty:

- Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: Day 12

Hours per

Shift: 12

Experience:

Minimum Years of

Experience:

- License:
Current license as Registered Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice is required.

Certifications:

Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care (RRT) and Basic Life Support (BLS) required.

Must-Have:

- Respiratory Therapy
- Patient Education
- Patient Care
- Life Support
- Care Planning
- Patient Care Delivery
- Critical Thinking
- Documentation
- Quality Improvement
- Follow Protocols

Description:

The Respiratory Therapist RRT provides advanced-level respiratory care to patients.
This care is designed to diagnose, evaluate, treat, manage, and control deficiencies and/or abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system.
The position acts as a resource to the CRT staff.
The RRT may be responsible for special clinical projects or assignments designated by leadership according to department needs.
Performs, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic testing procedures according to protocol.
Obtains arterial gases and oversees the operation of equipment for optimal patient care.
Initiates Respiratory Protocol according to department criteria.
Initiates interventions based on the assessment interpretation.
Administers medications in a timely and safe manner.
Evaluates effect and re-evaluates appropriately and according to protocol.
Ensures that progress of patients is communicated to staff, physicians, and other departments.
Maintains awareness of assigned patients' overall condition.
Communicates and shares patient information with the physicians and nurses.
Makes appropriate recommendations for patient care.
Recognizes the educational needs of patients and families related to health promotion and wellness.
Teaches patients and families self-care techniques and modalities.
Completes documentation according to departmental standards.
Accurately documents productivity information.
Monitors supplies and equipment and notifies the appropriate person when supplies are low or broken.
Utilizes time effectively to achieve productivity standard.
Participates in quality and patient safety initiatives.
Identifies potential areas for improvement and safety hazards that may create problems for patients and/or staff.
Participates in departmental meetings, contributing ideas or feedback.
Promotes the profession of Respiratory Care and acts as a resource, consultant, and mentor to staff.
Participates in quality improvement and research activities as part of the Respiratory Care Team.
May be required to float to other departments based on business need.
May be required to be on-call during a regularly scheduled shift.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements
Required for Onboarding   ACLS
BLS
PALS - AHA
Skills Checklist
Specialty Exam