Monument Health

Respiratory Therapist | Gillette Clinic

620 Four-J Court, Gillette, WY 82716

Full-time · $28.74–$35.92/hr (as posted)

First seen by offpeak October 4, 2026

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Primary Location

Gillette, WY USA

Department

MHMC - Gillette Primary Care

Scheduled Weekly Hours

Starting Pay Rate Range

$28.74 - $35.92

(Determined by the knowledge, skills, and experience of the applicant.)

Job Summary

** UP TO A $40,000 SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE FOR QUALIFIED CANDITATES **

The Respiratory Care Practitioner/Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) principal duties are primarily in an ambulatory/outpatient environment. The RRT will assess, treat, and care for patients with acute or chronic cardiopulmonary disorders and associated aspects of other systems. The RRT assumes primary responsibility for ordered respiratory care modalities by initiating and conducting therapeutic and diagnostic procedures within their scope of practice and the assigned department’s scope of service. Respiratory care includes observing, assessing, and monitoring signs, symptoms, reactions, general behavior, and general physical response of individuals to respiratory care.

Monument Health offers competitive wages and benefits on qualifying positions. Some of those benefits can include:

*Supportive work culture

*Medical, Vision and Dental Coverage

*Retirement Plans, Health Savings Account, and Flexible Spending Account

*Instant pay is available for qualifying positions

*Paid Time Off Accrual Bank

*Opportunities for growth and advancement

*Tuition assistance/reimbursement

*Excellent pay differentials on qualifying positions

*Flexible scheduling

Job Description

Essential Functions at Monument Health Acute and Ambulatory locations:

Reviews existing data, collects additional data, and recommends obtaining data to evaluate the respiratory status of patients.
Develops, implements, and modifies respiratory care treatment plans based on assessment of the cardiorespiratory system, department policy and procedure, physician-approved respiratory care protocols, clinical pathways, referrals and written, verbal, or telecommunicated orders of a physician.
Initiates and conducts prescribed therapeutic and diagnostic procedures such as: administering medical gases, humidification and aerosols, aerosol medications, postural drainage, bronchopulmonary hygiene, pulmonary function testing, hemodynamic monitoring, and other physiologic monitoring; collects specimens of blood and other diagnostic specimens.
Initiates cardiopulmonary resuscitation and other emergency procedures, performs invasive and non-invasive procedures following established standards.
Documents necessary information in the patient’s medical record and on other forms. Communicates the information to members of the health care team.
Demonstrates the ability to perform complex procedures and the critical thinking skills required to serve patients.
Obtains, assembles, calibrates, and checks necessary equipment. Uses problem solving to identify and correct malfunctions of respiratory care equipment.
Demonstrates appropriate interpersonal skills to work productively with patients, families, providers, and co-workers. Serves patients with regard to age specific/cultural diversity needs.
Participates in the orientation, mentorship and education of personnel and students. Provides formal and informal teaching/learning opportunities to assist personnel to achieve and maintain competence necessary for safe and effective practice.
Accepts directives, maintains confidentiality, does not discriminate, upholds MH Code of Conduct, Standards of Performance, and ethical standards of the profession.
Responsible for maintaining 100% of all hospital and departmental required and mandatory education, competencies, certifications, and licensure specific to areas they are assigned.
Specific job duties may vary based on facility and healthcare setting.
All other duties as assigned.

Additional Requirements

Required:

Education - Associates in Health Sciences

Certification - Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) - South Dakota Board of Medical and Osteopathic Examiners, Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) or Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) - Wyoming State Board for Respiratory Care for Wyoming facilities, Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) - Within 60 days of hire or transfer.

Preferred:

Education - Bachelors in Health Sciences

Physical Requirements:
Medium work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Job Category

Rehabilitation

Job Family

Respiratory Therapy

Shift

Requires the ability to work assigned schedules and hours as determined by the department

Employee Type

Regular

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Monument Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.