Hiring Respiratory Therapists

About the role

SageWest Health Care is a healthcare organization committed to providing high-quality, compassionate care to the communities of Fremont County, Wyoming. Our hospitals in Riverton and Lander offer a broad range of services, including emergency care, critical care, surgical services, women's health, imaging, laboratory services, and primary care.

Responsibilities

• Performing respiratory therapy treatments including oxygen therapy, nebulizer treatments, chest physiotherapy, and suctioning
• Managing and monitoring mechanical ventilators, including troubleshooting and adjusting settings as appropriate
• Assisting with emergency interventions, code responses, and manual resuscitation
• Obtaining and interpreting arterial blood gases and communicating results to the healthcare team
• Conducting pulmonary function testing and 12-lead EKGs
• Recognizing and reporting life-threatening arrhythmias and changes in patient condition
• Maintaining respiratory therapy equipment and ensuring compliance with infection control standards
• Accurately documenting patient care, interventions, and outcomes
• Collaborating with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams to deliver exceptional patient care

Qualifications

• Graduate of a two-year AMA-approved Respiratory Therapy program
• Current state license or certification as a Respiratory Care Practitioner
• Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential through the NBRC
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within facility-required timeframe
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification within facility-required timeframe
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications, as required by facility policy

Benefits

• Up to $15,000 Sign-On Bonus
• Relocation Assistance Available
• Supportive Leadership Team
• Collaborative, Multidisciplinary Care Environment
• Opportunities for Professional Growth and Development
• Competitive Compensation and Benefits
• The Ability to Make a Meaningful Impact on Patient Outcomes
• A Stable Organization Committed to Investing in Its Team Members

Pay

Up to $15,000 Sign-On Bonus

Schedule

N/A