Sr Respiratory Therapist (PRN/ Intermittent)

Licenses

Registered Respiratory Therapist - RRT - NBRC - National Board for Respiratory Care required RTL-Respiratory Therapy License - DORA - Department of Regulatory Agencies required BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association or American Red Cross required ACLS-Advanced Cardiac Life Support - AHA - American Heart Association PALS-Pediatric Advanced Life Support - AHA - American Heart Association NRP-Neonatal Resuscitation Program - AHA - American Heart Association

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of Respiratory Care standards and guidelines used to perform essential functions of the job. Excellent working knowledge of Respiratory Care instruments and equipment Understand and institute advanced invasive or non-invasive modes of ventilation as ordered by physician or per protocol Excellent communication skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, hospital staff and coworkers. Has the skill to properly use ventilators, monitoring equipment, oxygen-respiratory equipment and other clinic tools. Ability to deliver medical gases, set up and maintain the device and ensure appropriate humidification levels. Proficient in MS Office. Shift Varies (United States of America) Work Type PRN/Intermittent Salary $33.18 - $49.77 / hr Benefits At Denver Health, we take care of the people who take care of our community. Our benefits are built to support your life, your family, and your future — with exceptional retirement contributions, and nationally recognized well-being programs. We invest in your growth through tuition assistance, career advancement pathways, and professional development — while also offering meaningful financial advantages through loan forgiveness eligibility and employer contributions. When you join Denver Health, you’re joining a mission-driven organization that invests in you. Here is a small list of our benefit programs: Social security replacement retirement plan with employer contribution of 3% On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes Community resource navigation support Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching About Denver Health Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic health care system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver’s 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, the Public Health Institute at Denver Health, Denver Health Medical Plan and Denver Health Foundation. As Colorado’s primary, and essential, safety-net health care system, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided millions in uncompensated care for the uninsured each year. Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer. Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community. All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Applicants will be considered until the position is filled. We Love Our Purpose Our purpose shapes our culture and guides how we show up—for our patients, our communities, and one another. Every role at Denver Health contributes to improving lives, advancing health equity, and strengthening the communities we serve. Together, we strive to transform the health of our patients and to be the most trusted health care provider in Colorado. Our values—respect, belonging, transparency, and accountability—are the foundation of our culture and are reflected across every position, clinical and nonclinical alike. No matter where you work at Denver Health, your role has a meaningful impact on patient health—often in ways you may not even realize. We invest in our people through resources designed to support both immediate success and long-term growth. Mentorship programs, tuition assistance, and our Workforce Development Center help employees transition seamlessly into their roles while preparing for future advancement. We also lead the market with a competitive benefits package, including retirement contributions with a match of up to 9.5%. Recognizing the emotional and physical demands of many jobs in health care, we created the RESTORE Center—a leading-edge space that provides intentional peer-support, and an innovative environment designed to reduce burnout and support employee well-being. At Denver Health, purpose isn’t just something we believe in—it’s something we live every day, for life’s journey. Learn more about Denver Health.