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Description


Job Title: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)


Position Type: Full-Time


Schedule: Day Shift (36 hours/week), with potential overtime to cover staff absences; alternating weekends; no on-call responsibilities; shift times typically from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM. Additional evening, night, weekend, and holiday shifts may be required based on departmental needs.


Location: Great Bend, KS (Facility Address: 514 Cleveland Street)


Salary and Benefits:

  • Hourly Range: $22.58 – $38.18, based on experience and qualifications

  • Shift Differentials:

    • Evening (3:00 PM – 11:00 PM): +$2.30/hr

    • Night (11:00 PM – 7:00 AM): +$3.75/hr

    • Weekend (Friday 7:00 PM – Monday 7:00 AM): +$3.00/hr



  • Benefits: Comprehensive health, dental, vision insurance; retirement plan options; paid vacation and sick leave

  • Sign-On Bonus: Available (based on experience)

  • Relocation Assistance: May be offered to qualified candidates



Key Responsibilities:

  • Perform routine and emergency bedside medication verifications using Epic systems.

  • Independently manage patient care in critical care areas once clinical check-offs are completed.

  • Administer all modes of respiratory therapy across various hospital departments, following established protocols.

  • Assess patient needs and recommend appropriate therapies in accordance with active RT protocols.

  • Act as a mentor and resource to students, new staff, and interdisciplinary team members.

  • Collaborate closely with healthcare teams to develop and modify treatment plans as needed.

  • Stay current with departmental procedures, evidence-based practices, and evolving technology.



Qualifications:

Required:


  • Associate's Degree in Respiratory Care or related field

  • Valid Respiratory Therapist (RT) license from the Kansas State Board of Healing Arts

  • Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from the NBRC

  • Basic computer literacy



Preferred:


  • Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Respiratory Care or a related discipline

  • Additional specialized respiratory therapy education or certifications

  • Prior experience in clinical instruction or mentorship

  • At least 6 months of experience in critical care settings


Certifications:

  • Basic Life Support (BLS)

  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)


Candidate Requirements:

  • Covid-19 vaccination required or valid declination



Why Join Us?

This role offers an excellent opportunity to work in a supportive environment with professional growth potential. Benefit from competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities to develop advanced skills in critical care. Join a dedicated team committed to delivering exceptional patient care and advancing your respiratory therapy career.


For more information or to apply, please contact Kelli Boehm at xxxxxxxxxxx*.



Note: This position does not require travel or on-call duties and is ideal for licensed professionals eager to make a meaningful impact in patient care within a collaborative hospital setting.



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Employer: VieMed Healthcare Staffing
Post Date: Jul 13, 2026
Profession: Therapy
Job Type: Respiratory Therapist
Specialty: None
Location: Kansas - Great Bend
Job Reference: 51278
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