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Location: Great Falls, MT | Schedule: Full-time, On-site | Compensation: Competitive base pay commensurate with experience, plus a $20,000 retention bonus for eligible external candidates

Overview

A premier healthcare system in Montana is seeking a dedicated Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to join its cardiopulmonary team in Great Falls, Montana. Working under the general supervision of the Respiratory Care Manager, this clinician will evaluate, treat, and support patients with cardiopulmonary disorders, playing a vital role in diagnostic testing, therapeutic care, and patient education within a supportive environment known for strong staff-to-patient ratios.

What you'll do

• Deliver direct cardiopulmonary care including aerosol therapies, chest physiotherapy, mechanical ventilation setup/management, arterial blood gas sampling/analysis, and diagnostic testing
• Conduct patient clinical evaluations, monitor treatment responses, adjust protocols in collaboration with attending physicians, and document clinical outcomes accurately
• Respond to emergency situations (code blue, rapid responses, trauma cases) and provide critical respiratory support across all age groups and clinical units
• Educate patients and family members regarding disease management, home therapy equipment, and preventative cardiopulmonary health
• Adhere strictly to departmental continuous quality improvement (CQI) initiatives, hospital safety guidelines, and federal/state regulatory standards

Required qualifications

• Associate Degree or higher from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program
• Active, unrestricted Respiratory Care Practitioner license issued by the Montana Board of Respiratory Care Practitioners (or immediate eligibility to obtain)
• Active national credentialing as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications
• Thorough understanding of general respiratory care processes, protocols, and standard/specialized cardiopulmonary equipment
• Knowledge of safety, infection control, and continuous quality improvement standards
• Strong critical thinking, communication, and team-based clinical collaboration skills

Compensation and benefits

• $20,000 Retention Bonus available for eligible external candidates
• Competitive base pay commensurate with experience, plus applicable shift/weekend differentials
• Comprehensive health and insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability plans
• Retirement plan with employer matching options
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and holiday allocations
• Relocation support options for qualified out-of-state clinicians
• Continuing education support to maintain licensure and advance specialized certifications
• Final base salary, bonus payout schedules, and financial packages are determined based on documented years of respiratory therapy experience and credentialing
• All offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment screenings, including a criminal background check, drug screening, health/immunization verification, and full credentialing
• The full benefits and bonus package applies to full-time positions; benefits may vary or be prorated for other employment arrangements

Why this role

This position offers the chance to provide critical cardiopulmonary care within a supportive clinical environment known for strong staff-to-patient ratios, along with a $20,000 retention bonus, relocation support, and continuing education assistance.