Registered Respiratory Therapist | Conrad Logan Health
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
- NRP
How this pay compares
This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open respiratory therapist jobs in Montana post a median of $41.73 an hour, the middle half $35.11–$51.26, across 14 jobs that state their pay. Respiratory therapists employed in Montana earn a median of $39.03 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
Workplace injuries
Logan Health - Conrad CAH in Conrad reported 6 work injuries and illnesses to OSHA for 2025 over 251,597 hours worked: 4.8 per 100 full-time workers, against 5.1 per 100 full-time workers at general hospitalsnationwide. 1 of them describes violence by a patient, resident or client in the case's own words. This is the employer's own report. Workplace injuries by employer.
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What Montana requires of a respiratory therapist
Respiratory care practitioner license, from the Montana Board of Respiratory Care Practitioners (Department of Labor and Industry).
- Pass the NBRC entry-level certification exam (ARM 24.213.408); the statute is MCA 37-28-202.
- Staying active: Respiratory care practitioner licenses renew annually on May 1 (ARM 24.101.413).
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About the job
This position provides professional respiratory therapy care to patients of all ages in assigned area(s). This care is rendered in a safe and effective manner that is consistent with Logan Health’s (LH) policies and procedures. Supports the organization in fulfilling the mission, vision, and values of Logan Health.
Our Mission : Quality, compassionate care for all.
Our Vision : Reimagine health care through connection, service and innovation.
Our Core Values : Be Kind | Trust and Be Trusted | Work Together | Strive for Excellence.
Qualifications
- Current Montana Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) License required.
- Minimum of one (1) of the following required:
- Current National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) credentialed Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).
- Current NBRC Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) License, who must successfully obtain their NBRC RRT credential within one (1) year of hire.
- Must maintain both Montana state RCP licensure, per state guidelines, and NBRC RRT credential, per NBRC guidelines.
- Per NBRC guidelines, those who are credentialed with the RRT, prior to 2002, are grandfathered in. Those who are credentialed after 2002 will have to follow NBRC guidelines, and renew the RRT credential every five (5) years.
- RQI Provider (BLS) within 7 days of hire/transfer or before independent patient care, whichever comes first, required.
- ALS (ACLS) within 6 months of hire/transfer, required.
- PALS within 6 months of hire/transfer, required.
- NRP within one year of hire/transfer, required.
- Promotes excellence through setting high standards and providing high quality outcomes.
- Ability to act with integrity, kindness, and exhibit empathy.
- Excellent organizational skills, detail-oriented, a self-starter, possess critical thinking skills and be able to set priorities and function as part of a team as well as independently.
- Commitment to working in a team environment and maintaining confidentiality as needed.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively with various audiences.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy.
- Possess and maintain computer skills to include working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn other software as needed.
Job Specific Duties
- Attends to patient ’s needs promoting health, comfort and life. Exhibits commitment to professionalism, civility, teamwork and customer service while undertaking all tasks and interactions with others
- Exhibits knowledge of policies and procedures as they relate to the RT’s specific job duties, patient care, and safety.
- Competently performs basic respiratory therapy skills to include, but not limited to; management of mechanical ventilation and non-invasive ventilation modalities, medication administration, use of varied medical equipment, utilization of electronic medical record documentation, and assists providers within the respiratory scope of practice. Skill set is validated as outlined in unit specific competency program.
- Assumes professional accountability for maintaining competency as outlined in the unit based structure and peer review fulfilling the respiratory department and organization’s goals.
- Makes sound scope of practice-related judgments and decisions while delivering excellent patient care, which is reflected in quality documentation, patient outcomes, and various data components.
- Participates as an engaged team member working collegially with staff members within and outside of the unit.
- Utilizes, manipulates and operates medical equipment as outlined in the competency program.
The above essential functions are representative of major duties of positions in this job classification. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs. Other duties may be assigned similar to the above consistent with knowledge, skills and abilities required for the job. Not all of the duties may be assigned to a position.
Maintains regular and consistent attendance as scheduled by department leadership.
Shift
Day Shift - 8 Hours (United States of America)
Schedule: Day Shifts
Logan Health operates 24 hours per day, seven days per week. Schedules are set to accommodate the requirements of the position and the needs of the organization and may be adjusted as needed.
Notice of Pre-Employment Screening Requirements
If you receive a job offer, please note all offers are contingent upon passing a pre-employment screening, which includes:
- Criminal background check
- Reference checks
- Drug Screening
- Health and Immunizations Screening
- Physical Demand Review/Screening
Equal Opportunity Employer
Logan Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA/M-F/Vet/Disability). We encourage all qualified individuals to apply for employment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on protected veteran status, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability or any other basis protected by applicable law. If you require accommodation to complete the application, testing or interview process, please notify Human Resources.
From Logan Health's job posting, checked 9 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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