Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)
Location: Nellis AFB, NV
Job Type: Federal
Company: Decypher
Category: Medical Services
Job Description Apply Now
Decypher is seeking a dedicated Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) to join our team and provide advanced respiratory care for critically ill patients. In this essential role, you will make a direct impact on the health and well-being of service members, veterans, and their families by delivering specialized respiratory services within a multidisciplinary healthcare environment. Decypher has a longstanding commitment to supporting the Defense Health Agency, providing professional healthcare, technology, and management solutions since 2008. Our organization is driven by a mission to ensure high-quality care for those who have served and continue to serve, and their loved ones.
As a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT), you will play a central role in performing comprehensive respiratory care assessments, managing patient airways, and operating advanced life-support systems. Your expertise will be vital in trauma, burn, neonatal, pediatric, and adult care, especially within high-acuity and critical care environments. This position requires exceptional clinical skills, the ability to work collaboratively with diverse healthcare teams, and a strong commitment to patient education and safety. Through your specialized knowledge and compassionate approach, you will help improve patient outcomes and contribute to a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
Located in a dynamic and rewarding clinical setting, this opportunity enables you to work alongside skilled professionals who share your passion for quality care. Decypher values your expertise and provides an environment where your work is recognized and meaningful. If you are a motivated Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) seeking a challenging and impactful career, we encourage you to apply and become part of our mission-driven team.
Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) - Summary- Delivers advanced respiratory therapy and life-support services for critically ill patient populations, including adults, pediatrics, neonates, trauma, and burn cases.
- Works in a multidisciplinary team to provide high-quality, evidence-based care.
- Supports Decypher’s mission to enhance the health and readiness of service members, veterans, and their families.
- Perform comprehensive patient respiratory assessments, including medical history, physical exams, diagnostic studies, and arterial blood gas (ABG) analysis.
- Initiate, monitor, adjust, and discontinue mechanical ventilation and advanced respiratory life-support for various patient groups.
- Administer a range of respiratory therapies, such as oxygen therapy, aerosolized medications, inhaled nitric oxide, Heliox, CPAP/BiPAP, high-flow oxygen, and lung expansion techniques.
- Collect, process, and interpret arterial blood samples, recommending interventions and ventilator adjustments based on clinical needs and protocols.
- Manage artificial airways, perform suctioning, extubations, tracheostomy tube changes, and respond to airway emergencies.
- Operate, calibrate, and maintain specialized respiratory equipment, including ventilators and monitoring systems.
- Respond to clinical emergencies as part of rapid response and resuscitation teams, providing airway management and manual ventilation support.
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient care and discharge plans.
- Educate patients, families, respiratory therapy students, military personnel, and healthcare staff on respiratory care procedures and equipment.
- Document all patient assessments, interventions, outcomes, and compliance activities in electronic medical records and departmental reports.
- Competitive salary structure, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and retirement options.
- Opportunities for career advancement and professional development within a mission-driven organization.
- Associate’s Degree from a program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC), the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP), or an approved military Pulmonary Respiratory Therapist program.
- Completion of an accredited Respiratory Therapy educational program recognized by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) or its predecessor.
- Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) certification by the NBRC.
- Current certifications in Advanced Life Support (ALS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), and Basic Life Support (BLS).
- At least one year of experience within the past two years as a Pulmonary Respiratory Therapist, including experience with adult, pediatric, and Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) patients.
- U.S. Citizenship is required.
- Demonstrates a high level of clinical competency and critical thinking in respiratory therapy for diverse patient populations.
- Comfortable working in fast-paced, high-acuity environments such as trauma and burn units, and Level III NICU.
- Strong collaborative skills and ability to communicate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
- Proficient in operating advanced respiratory care technology and equipment.
- Skilled in patient and staff education regarding respiratory care best practices.
- Dedicated to maintaining meticulous documentation and upholding compliance standards.
- Physical requirements include standing and walking for extended periods, lifting and moving equipment and patients up to 50 pounds with assistance, and performing repetitive hand movements.
- Ability to respond rapidly in clinical and emergency care situations.
- Supports a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion within the workplace.
- Decypher is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce (M/F/D/V).
If you are passionate about providing exceptional respiratory care and want to make a meaningful difference in a mission-driven environment, apply today by clicking the job application button and start your journey as a valued Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) with Decypher.