High School diploma or equivalent required. Completion of AMA approved School for Respiratory Therapy. NBRC (National Respiratory Care) license required. Wyoming Respiratory License required. Must have passed National Registry exams.

Ability to demonstrate clinical competency and proficiency commensurate with specialty and according to years of experience as a RRT. Ability to perform all therapeutic and diagnostic procedures and services offered by the Cardiopulmonary Department. Demonstrates excellent communication skills and customer service skills. Demonstrates abilities to manage work processes, collaborates as a team member, manages time, provides skills with work organization, and has the ability to contribute to work processes related to the professional aspects of Respiratory Therapy. RT’s will be able to provide clinical excellence, teach patients and others, professionally demonstrate abilities in conduct and commitment, and participate in evidence based practices, research, advances in Respiratory Therapy and in clinical care and participation in quality improvements and outcomes. Communication and collaboration skills with physicians and other staff is required. RT’s must be able to display critical and creative thinking and problem solving. RT’s will be self-motivated and directed. RT’s will promote a professional image within the hospital and the larger community. Computer skills are essential including knowledge of electronic records, basic word processing and ability to use hospital systems as provided. Ability to use and operate medical and office equipment is essential. RT’s are accountable to have the knowledge of patient safety and quality processes. Ability and knowledge of patient and confidentiality standards. Requirements for BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP.