Respiratory Therapist
commonspirit
Respiratory Therapist
commonspirit· Respiratory Therapy
About this role
Where You’ll Work
St. Catherine Hospital � Dodge City, is a Joint Commission accredited 99-bed hospital that serves as a regional referral center for southwest Kansas. Acute care is at the heart of what we do. St. Catherine Hospital � Dodge City provides health services that include diagnostics and interventional cardiology and cardiac rehabilitation. We combine patient-centered care with modern technology and medical expertise to treat a wide range of medical conditions.
Job Summary and Responsibilities
As a Respiratory Therapist, you will act as a control operator of mono-place chambers, operating under the general direction of leadership and within federal/state laws, DNV, and UHMS guidelines. Every day you will assist physicians with implementing hyperbaric treatment plans, ensure the safe and efficient daily operation of Hyperbaric Oxygen Treatment and associated equipment, and provide necessary supervision. You will also conduct safety-specific education/drills, treat emergency hyperbaric complications under physician supervision, and manage daily activities, adjusting manpower based on volumes. To be successful in this role, you will possess expertise in hyperbaric oxygen therapy and chamber operation, strong understanding of relevant regulations (federal, state, DNV, UHMS), and the ability to work independently to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant hyperbaric treatment delivery and departmental operations.
- Delivers respiratory care procedures to patients in general, acute, critical care, and emergency areas according to departmental policies and procedures.
- Performs therapeutic modalities including patient monitoring, medication delivery, ventilation management, expansion therapy, and bronchial hygiene.
- Assists in cardiopulmonary resuscitation and emergency care by providing airway maintenance and management, cardiac support, and other assistance as needed to expedite patient and physician needs.
- Performs diagnostic testing including ABGs, PFTs, EKGs, cardiac, bronchoscopy, and pulse oximetry.
- Develops care plan from thorough assessment via protocol criteria or directed physician order.
- Provides patient and family education and teaching.
Job Requirements
Required
- High School Diploma/ G.E.D.
- Completion of an accredited Respiratory Therapy Education Program, i.e. CoARC, JRCRTE, or CAAHEP
- CRT by NBRC
- Basic Life Support- American Heart Association
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support- American Heart Association- Current ACLS certification from upon hire or obtain within 1 year of hire/transfer date
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support- Current PALS certification upon hire or obtain within 6 months of hire
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program- Current NRP certification upon hire or obtain within 6 months of hire
Preferred
- Associate's Degree
- One (1) year of respiratory therapy experience
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is the Respiratory Therapist role at commonspirit full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a OTHER position. It is posted as a Respiratory Therapist role in the Respiratory Therapy department at commonspirit.
Which team or department does the Respiratory Therapist at commonspirit belong to?
This Respiratory Therapist position is part of the Respiratory Therapy department at commonspirit. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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When was the Respiratory Therapist job at commonspirit posted?
This Respiratory Therapist position at commonspirit was posted on Jun 8, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Respiratory Therapist
commonspirit
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