Respiratory Therapist

CommonSpirit Health • Colorado Springs, CO

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About The Position

Penrose-St. Francis Health Services is a full-service, 712-bed acute care provider in Colorado Springs. The Respiratory Therapist joins a multidisciplinary team providing evidence-based, compassionate care across clinical departments and partners with physicians and staff to support respiratory excellence and patient-centered outcomes.

The role performs respiratory procedures, assesses patients, and implements or adjusts individualized care plans. It provides culturally competent care and collaborates with clinical teams to improve patient outcomes, with a commitment to performance improvement and clinical excellence in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Completion of an accredited Respiratory Therapy Education Program, such as CoARC, JRCRTE, or CAAHEP.
• CRT by NBRC.
• Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association.
• Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification from the American Heart Association upon hire or obtain within six months of hire. For Kansas locations, ACLS is required within one year of hire or transfer.
• Current Pediatric Advanced Life Support certification upon hire or obtain within six months of hire.
• Current Neonatal Resuscitation Program certification upon hire or obtain within six months of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's degree.
• One year of respiratory therapy experience.
• NICU-trained.

Responsibilities

• Deliver respiratory care procedures in general, acute, critical care, and emergency areas according to departmental policies and procedures.
• Perform therapeutic modalities, including patient monitoring, medication delivery, ventilation management, expansion therapy, and bronchial hygiene.
• Assist with cardiopulmonary resuscitation and emergency care by providing airway maintenance and management, cardiac support, and other assistance as needed.
• Perform diagnostic testing, including ABGs, PFTs, EKGs, cardiac testing, bronchoscopy, and pulse oximetry.
• Develop care plans based on thorough assessments using protocol criteria or physician orders.
• Provide patient and family education and teaching.
• Collaborate with physicians and clinical teams to support patient-centered outcomes and improve overall patient health.

Benefits

• Up to $8,000 relocation assistance for eligible new hires.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED