Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - $2,038 per week in Grand Junction, CO

Company: Cynet Health
Location: Grand Junction
Posted on: March 28, 2026

Job Description:

Registered Respiratory Therapist Location: Grand Junction, CO Agency: Cynet Health Pay: $2,038 per week Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: 4/12/2026 About the Position Job Title: Respiratory Therapist Profession: Respiratory Therapist Specialty: - Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Night Hours per Shift: 12 hours Experience: 1 years License: Current license as Registered Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice is required Certifications: Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care (RRT), Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) 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 position is designed to diagnose, evaluate, treat, manage, and control deficiencies and/or abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system within the prescription of the order physician. The therapist acts as a resource to the staff. The RRT may be responsible for special clinical projects or assignments as designated by leadership according to the needs of the department. Responsibilities include performing, interpreting, and evaluating diagnostic testing procedures according to protocol. Obtaining arterial gases is also a requirement. The RRT oversees and troubleshoots the operation of equipment for optimal patient care. Initiating Respiratory Protocol according to department criteria is essential. The therapist initiates interventions based on the interpretation of assessments. Administering medications in a timely and safe manner is necessary. Evaluating effect and re-evaluating appropriately according to protocol is expected. The RRT ensures that progress of the patient is communicated to staff, physicians, and other departments. Maintaining awareness of assigned patient’s overall condition is crucial. The therapist communicates and shares patient information with the physicians and nurses. Making appropriate recommendations for patient care is required. Recognizing the educational needs of patients and families in relation to health promotion and wellness is important. Teaching patients and families self-care techniques and modalities is part of the role. Completing documentation according to departmental standards is necessary. The RRT accurately documents productivity information. Monitoring supplies and equipment and notifying the appropriate person when supplies are low, out on loan, or broken is a responsibility. Utilizing time effectively to achieve productivity standards, including using low census time when patient load does not support full productivity, is essential. Participating in quality and patient safety initiatives is expected. Identifying potential areas for improvement, including processes that could be streamlined or revised to improve patient satisfaction, is necessary. Identifying potential safety hazards that may create problems for patients and/or staff and taking appropriate actions is part of the role. Participating in departmental meetings and contributing ideas or feedback is required. Promoting the profession of Respiratory Care and acting as a resource, consultant, and mentor to staff is expected. Participating in quality improvement and research activities as part of the Respiratory Care Team to guide the development of standards of patient care is essential. The RRT may be required to float to other departments based on business needs. The therapist may be required to be placed on-call during a regularly scheduled shift. Performing other duties as assigned is part of the role. Requirements Required for Onboarding ACLS BLS PALS - AHA Skills Checklist Specialty Exam

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