Respiratory Therapist

St Francis Hospital•Colorado Springs, CO

10d•$34 - $56

About The Position

Penrose-St. Francis Health Services is a 712-bed acute care provider in Colorado Springs comprising Penrose Hospital, St. Francis Hospital, and St. Francis Hospital - Interquest. The Respiratory Therapist joins a multidisciplinary team and provides evidence-based, compassionate care across clinical departments, partnering with physicians and staff to support high standards of respiratory care and patient-centered outcomes. The role includes performing respiratory procedures and patient assessments, implementing or adjusting individualized care plans, and providing culturally competent care in collaboration with clinical teams. The therapist delivers care in general, acute, critical care, and emergency areas, following departmental policies and procedures. The position requires a commitment to performance improvement and clinical excellence in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or G.E.D.
Completion of an accredited Respiratory Therapy Education Program, such as CoARC, JRCRTE, or CAAHEP.
CRT certification 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 it within 6 months of hire. For locations in Kansas, ACLS is required within 1 year of hire or transfer date.
Current Pediatric Advanced Life Support certification upon hire, or obtain it within 6 months of hire.
Current Neonatal Resuscitation Program certification upon hire, or obtain it within 6 months of hire.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Deliver respiratory care procedures to patients 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 directed physician orders.
Provide patient and family education and teaching.
Collaborate with clinical teams to improve patient health outcomes.