Registered Respiratory Therapist PRN

Job Title

Registered Respiratory Therapist PRN

Intermountain Health, Logan Regional Hospital, Logan, Utah

$32.00/hr - $49.00/hr

The Respiratory Therapist (RRT) provides advanced‑level respiratory care to patients, diagnosing, evaluating, treating, managing, and controlling cardiopulmonary deficiencies within the physician's order. The RRT acts as a resource to the CRT staff and may handle specialised clinical projects as directed by leadership.

• Performs, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic testing procedures according to protocol; obtains arterial gases; oversees equipment operation for optimal patient care; initiates respiratory protocols and interventions based on assessment interpretations.
• Administers medications safely and evaluates effects, re‑evaluating per protocol; ensures patient progress is communicated to staff, physicians, and other departments.
• Maintains awareness of assigned patient condition; communicates information with physicians and nurses; makes appropriate care recommendations; recognises educational needs of patients and families; teaches self‑care techniques.
• Completes documentation per departmental standards; accurately records productivity; monitors supplies and equipment; notifies appropriate personnel when supplies are low, on loan, or broken; uses time effectively to meet productivity standards.
• Participates in quality and patient safety initiatives; identifies improvement areas and safety hazards; takes appropriate actions; attends departmental meetings, contributing ideas or feedback.
• Promotes respiratory care profession, acting as a resource, consultant, and mentor; participates in quality improvement and research activities with the Respiratory Care Team.
• May float to other departments within scope of competency and qualifications based on business need.
• May be required to be on‑call during a scheduled shift.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Graduate of a NBRC approved Respiratory Therapist program from an accredited institution; degree will be verified.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with the National Board for Respiratory Care.
• Current state licence for Registered Respiratory Therapy.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers.
• Specific certifications as required (e.g., PALS, ACLS, NRP).

• Ongoing need to see, read, and assess patient information, labels, equipment, and supplies.
• Frequent interaction with patient care providers, patients, and visitors, requiring verbal communication and rapid comprehension, especially during emergencies.
• Manual dexterity for manipulating complex equipment, frequent computer use, typing, and documentation.
• Expected to lift, transfer patients, and manipulate supplies, often up to heavy items.
• Required to walk, assist with ambulating patients, and transport equipment, including pushing/pulling gurneys and navigating busy rooms.
• May need to stand for extended periods.

We provide a generous benefits package that includes programs to foster wellness, health, and security.

Entry level

Full‑time

Health Care Provider

Hospitals and Health Care

Intermountain Health is an equal‑opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

All positions subject to close without notice.