Respiratory Therapist Flight Job at Ardent Health (Pocatello)

Respiratory Therapist Flight

Ardent Health

Location:
United States , Pocatello

Category:
Nursing

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Not provided

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Job Description:

Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Respiratory Therapy NICU Flight Respiratory Therapist in Pocatello, ID. Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better. Portneuf Medical Center is a nationally recognized healthcare leader with 205 beds, serving as the region's tertiary care and Level II Trauma Center, housing the Portneuf Heart and Vascular Institute, Portneuf Cancer Center, Portneuf Medical Group, and Portneuf Air Rescue.

Job Responsibility:

Provides quality therapy and care to patients suffering cardiopulmonary, neurological or other metabolic disturbances which require the administration of various treatments
Communicates with physician concerning efficacy of therapy, instructs patients, takes phone orders and performs other cardiopulmonary care services functions
In addition to responsibilities of a Respiratory Therapist, the Flight RT is part of the NICU transport team and participates in interhospital transports via fixed-wing, rotor-wing, and ground
The Flight RT also participates in transport-specific training and transport-specific competencies
Conducts a program of treatment, management, diagnostic evaluation and care of patients with deficiencies and abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system in a safe and therapeutically effective manner
Administers and documents medication in accordance with departmental policies and procedures
Correctly administers Cardiopulmonary Care Services in accordance with Policies and Procedures
Precepts employees, new orients, and students
Maintains awareness of environmental conditions and initiates corrective intervention as indicated
In addition to performing as an RT in the hospital, Flight RT will: Respond to transport requests during their shift when they are the designated flight therapist
Initiate appropriate and timely interventions per flight protocols in conjunction with medical control
Evaluate patient progress, analyze data, and modify the planning and implementation of care based on patient response throughout the transport process
Demonstrate competence and maintain proficiency with advanced respiratory modalities and flight equipment including Intubation, Nitric Oxide Administration, High Frequency Ventilation, and Conventional Ventilation
Maintain training and skills commensurate with flight duties and medical guidelines
Participate in training, competency, and simulation as required to maintain proficiency
Maintain competency in flight physiology, FAA Safety Officer training, and any additional training required by Portneuf Air Rescue

Requirements:

Completion of a respiratory care program approved by the American Medical Association
Registered Respiratory Therapist by the National Board for Respiratory Care
Current Idaho State License to practice Respiratory Care
2 years clinical experience (minimum 1500 hrs per year) as a Respiratory Therapist in an acute care hospital with 1 year experience in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, including HFOV and INO
BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care
ACLS and NRP required - must be obtained within 14 days of hire
Certification in PALS and STABLE within 6 months of hire

Nice to have:

NPS or C-NPT preferred
Neonatal transport experience

What we offer:

Career growth opportunities
Tuition assistance
Resources that support wellness, education, and financial well-being
Paid time off
Comprehensive health benefits
Supportive, inclusive culture

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 05, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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Respiratory Therapist Flight

Ardent Health

Location:
United States , Pocatello

Category:
Nursing

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Job Description:

Job Responsibility:

Requirements:

Nice to have:

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 05, 2026

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