St Francis Hospital·Colorado Springs, Colorado
Perform respiratory procedures and patient assessments under physician direction across all patient areas. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to implement and evaluate therapy plans for optimal patient outcomes.
Where You’ll Work Penrose-St.
Francis Health Services is a full-service, 712-bed acute care provider in Colorado Springs comprising Penrose Hospital, St.
Francis Hospital and St Francis Hospital - Interquest.
St.
Francis Hospital opened in 2008 to keep pace with the growing needs of the Colorado Springs' community on the north side of the city.
St.
Francis Hospital features 340-beds and offers a modern Birth Center, Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Cancer Center, Emergency Department, Level III Trauma Center, Imaging Services, Acute Inpatient Rehab, Surgical Services and Critical Care Unit.
It also serves as southern Colorado's home base for the Flight For Life Colorado air medical transport service.
It's an incredible time to join us as we celebrate recognition with Magnet Hospital designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) for superior quality in nursing care.
With more than 300 days of annual sunshine, mild winters and easy-to-access recreational areas including Pikes Peak, Garden of the Gods and some of Colorado's top destination resorts, you will enjoy an incredible lifestyle while having the career you've always wanted.
Job Summary and Responsibilities Respiratory Therapists may be eligible for a relocation bonus up to $8,000.
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When you join our team, you will help advance modern medicine by providing your skills, experience, and commitment to compassionate care.
The impact you will make in our faith-based, mission-driven culture drives the opportunity to cultivate excellence and achieve professional fulfillment united in humankindness.
As a Respiratory Therapist (RT) you will: Perform respiratory procedures under physician direction in all patient areas.
Be responsible for patient assessments, care plans, plan implementation and evaluation and revision of therapy plan as needed.
Collaborate with other professional disciplines to ensure the most effective and efficient care delivery and achievement of desired patient outcomes.
Utilize knowledge of patient’s age and cultural diversity in the provision of patient care.
Support the organization vision and mission and practices performance improvement techniques to assure the delivery of the most effective patient care.
Job Requirements In addition to bringing your whole self to the workplace each day, qualified candidates will need the following: 1 year of respiratory therapy experience, preferred NICU experience. highly preferred Prior use of electronic medical records (EMR), preferred High School Diploma required Associates Degree preferred Completion of an accredited Respiratory Therapy Education Program, i.e.
CoARC, JRCRTE, or CAAHEP required Must have current state Licensure (RLT) in applicable state of employment.
Must have CRT by NBRC required BLS required from the American Heart Association Current ACLS certification from the American Heart Association required upon hire or obtain within 6 months of hire NRP certification and PALS certification upon hire or obtain within 6 months of hire Physical Requirements - Medium Work - (Exert up to 50lbs force occasionally, and/or up to 20lbs frequently, and/or up to 10lbs constantly)
Requires a high school diploma, completion of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program, and current state licensure (RLT) and CRT certification. BLS and ACLS certifications are required, with NRP and PALS certifications needed within six months of hire.
Market context
Respiratory Therapist roles in Colorado are commonly tied to hospital and acute-care demand, especially where licensed clinicians can support emergency, neonatal, and critical care services. These positions are competitive because employers typically want an accredited RT education, current Colorado licensure, and active BLS/ACLS credentials, with NRP and PALS often expected soon after hire. Before applying, confirm your certifications and review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time comparing the original posting.
