Bring your talent as a Inpatient Respiratory Therapist to a high-performing hospital that blends close-knit teamwork with big-impact care, featuring 25 beds, a stroke center, new MRI technology, 24 hour OB coverage in the ED, and a full RN staff—and feel the difference from day one.

An Inpatient Respiratory Therapist will thrive in this mission-driven, patient-first healthcare organization known for clinical excellence, transparent quality improvement, and a collaborative, Just Culture environment; a Registered Respiratory Therapist or Certified Respiratory Therapist can expect high-acuity exposure that accelerates growth, access to advanced imaging and clinical decision support, innovation-forward leadership that pilots smarter care models, and a workplace culture often recognized for professional development, strong precepting support, and meaningful clinician wellbeing initiatives.

Within the Respiratory Therapy unit—also known as Cardiopulmonary Therapy—an Inpatient Respiratory Therapist partners closely with intensivists, hospitalists, and a full RN staff to deliver comprehensive cardiopulmonary diagnostics and treatment; a Cardiopulmonary Therapist will support services across the hospital’s 25 beds, contribute to coordinated stroke center protocols, leverage new MRI technology for informed care pathways, and respond confidently alongside emergency colleagues where 24 hour OB coverage in the ED strengthens readiness and continuity of care.

Reporting to a Respiratory Therapy Manager within the Cardiopulmonary Services leadership team, the Inpatient Respiratory Therapist receives strong orientation, ongoing mentorship, and readily available physician and APP collaboration; a Licensed Respiratory Therapist can expect balanced assignments, evidence-based protocols, and autonomy within scope, while working shoulder to shoulder with friendly nurses, respiratory peers, pharmacists, rehabilitation therapists, and case managers who value diverse perspectives and seamless interdisciplinary workflows.

Situated in south central Colorado, this region rewards an Inpatient Respiratory Therapist with a lifestyle that blends alpine adventure and small-city convenience—think year-round hiking, skiing, hot springs, bluebird days, farmer’s markets, and starry nights, plus live music, local festivals, and galleries that celebrate a vibrant arts culture 🎵; a Registered Respiratory Therapist will appreciate a reasonable cost of living, a range of housing options from historic homes to modern builds, reliable commutes with light traffic, bikeable neighborhoods, excellent K–12 schools, nearby higher education access, strong healthcare availability, and a welcoming community spirit anchored by outdoor recreation, clean air, and unbeatable mountain views ⛰️.

This Inpatient Respiratory Therapist opportunity offers competitive compensation with shift differentials, incentives for certification, and a comprehensive benefits package that typically includes medical, dental, vision, retirement savings with employer contribution, generous paid time off, tuition assistance, paid CEUs, and wellness resources; connect now with a Clinical Management Consultants recruiter to explore how a Certified Respiratory Therapist, Registered Respiratory Therapist, or Licensed Respiratory Therapist can advance a rewarding career in south central Colorado—reach out today and breathe new life into your next chapter.