Respiratory Therapist: RRT or CRT – Respiratory Therapy

We are pleased that you are exploring employment opportunities with Arkansas Valley Regional Medical Center (AVRMC). AVRMC is located in La Junta, Colorado, just east of the Rocky Mountains. We provide a range of services and serve the Southeastern Region. We are looking for compassionate, ambitious, and talented professionals to join our team. We hope that you will join our mission to provide extraordinary care. Applicants may obtain an application through our website: www.avrmc.org. All applications may be emailed to hr@avrmc.org. Thank you for your interest in AVRMC!

Job Summary:

– Maintains knowledge of various methods of oxygen deliver, including the necessary equipment.
– Remains alert, assesses possible side effects to oxygen delivery.
– Administers respiratory therapy treatments, understands the purpose of each and the possible side effects associated with each. Has the ability to react to those side effects appropriately.
– Sets up and monitors mechanical ventilators and the associated critical care duties required for such treatments, such as airway management and tracheal suctioning, including troubleshooting.
– Able to assess patient for optimal level of function or participation in rehabilitation. Ability to educate on modalities and make appropriate physician contact for intervention when appropriate.
– Performs arterial punctures to obtain arterial blood samples for blood as analysis, and understands the possible complications and contraindications associated with the procedure. Ability to react to these complications.
– Follows departmental equipment sterilization procedures.
– Documents all pertinent data in the patient’s medical record following completion of any service.

Skill/Educational Requirements:

– Current CRT or RRT license/certification required.
– Graduate of an AMA-approved school of respiratory therapy required.
– Successful completion of Neonatal Resuscitation certification recommended.
– ACLS certification required
– BLS certification required

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package in a progressive environment.

BENEFITS

– Medical, dental and vision benefits
– Life Insurance and short-term disability benefits
– FAMLI
– Identity Theft benefits
– Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
– Employee Assistant Program through Cigna, New York Life and Principal
– 401K retirement plan options (immediately available) Employer matching after 90 days of employment
– Rewards and Recognitions
– Employee wellness programs
– Annual salary increase opportunity
– Cafeteria meal discount
– Generous paid time off
– Shift differentials

All applicants must visit our website at www.avrmc.org for an application and more information.

Additional Information
Position Type: PRN
Shift: Other
Hourly Wage: $35.27 – $52.91 per/hour
Ref Code: 020016.020

Contact Information
Human Resources
1100 Carson Ave
La Junta, CO 81050
Email: hr@avrmc.org
Phone: 719-383-6060
Fax: 719-383-6062

Education & Experience Requirements:

– Current CRT or RRT license/certification required.
– Graduate of an AMA-approved school of respiratory therapy required.
– Successful completion of Neonatal Resuscitation certification recommended.
– ACLS certification required
– BLS certification required

Work Schedule:

Varied

Compensation:

Additional Information
Position Type: PRN
Shift: Other
Hourly Wage: $35.27 – $52.91 per/hour
Ref Code: 020016.020

Benefits:

– Medical, dental and vision benefits
– Life Insurance and short-term disability benefits
– FAMLI
– Identity Theft benefits
– Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
– Employee Assistant Program through Cigna, New York Life and Principal
– 401K retirement plan options (immediately available) Employer matching after 90 days of employment
– Rewards and Recognitions
– Employee wellness programs
– Annual salary increase opportunity
– Cafeteria meal discount
– Generous paid time off
– Shift differentials

[Apply Now](https://www.avrmc.org/getpage.php?name=employment&sub=Careers)