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Respiratory Therapist
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : Bismarck, ND, 58501
Job Type : Part Time
Salary : 29.63-40.74 HOUR
Date Posted : 5 January 2026
Job Summary and Responsibilities
St. Alexius Medical Center is seeking a dedicated and highly skilled Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to provide high-quality, physician-ordered respiratory care. Join our collaborative team and play a critical role in promoting the health and recovery of patients across all age groups. If you're passionate about evidence-based practice and thrive in a dynamic, patient-centered environment, we encourage you to apply!
What You'll Do:
- Deliver Expert Care: Perform a full spectrum of basic and intensive respiratory therapies, including aerosol therapy, oxygen administration, mechanical ventilation management (invasive and non-invasive), airway management, and diagnostic procedures (e.g., blood gas analysis).
- Assess & Intervene: Act as a physician extender, assessing, managing, and treating patients with cardiopulmonary conditions. Participate in rapid response teams and daily patient rounds.
- Educate & Support: Provide vital patient and family education on conditions, disease management techniques, and equipment use.
- Collaborate & Communicate: Work seamlessly with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure efficient transitions of care and foster a strong team environment.
- Innovate & Improve: Actively participate in departmental meetings, integrate evidence-based practices, and contribute to ongoing learning and quality improvement initiatives.
What You Bring:
- Education: Graduate of an accredited/AMA-certified School of Respiratory Therapy. (Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred).
- Licensure: Current North Dakota State Board of Respiratory Care license.
- Skills: Exceptional clinical judgment, strong communication skills, ability to manage high-stress situations calmly, and a commitment to patient respect, diversity, and confidentiality (HIPAA).
We are committed to providing life-enhancing, life-supporting quality care. Join us in making a real difference in our patients' lives!
Where You'll WorkSince 1885, CHI St. Alexius Health has been dedicated to leading health care in this region by enriching the lives of patients through the highest quality of care. We seek to continue our tradition of success and innovation with individuals dedicated to delivering the highest level of expertise and quality. Together we can continue to grow and support the legacy of CHI St. Alexius Health for many years to come.
CHI St. Alexius Health is a regional health network with a tertiary hospital in Bismarck, the system also consists of critical access hospitals (CAHs) in Carrington, Dickinson, Devils Lake, Garrison, Turtle Lake, Washburn and Williston and numerous clinics and outpatient services. CHI St. Alexius Health manages four CAHs in North Dakota - Elgin, Linton, and Wishek, as well as Mobridge Regional Medical Center in Mobridge, S.D. CHI St. Alexius Health offers a comprehensive line of inpatient and outpatient medical services, including: a Level II Trauma Center, primary and specialty physician clinics, home health and hospice services, durable medical equipment services, a fitness and human performance center and ancillary services throughout western and central North Dakota.
CHI St. Alexius Health is part of CommonSpirit Health, a nonprofit, Catholic health system dedicated to advancing health for all people. It was created in February 2019 through the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives and Dignity Health. CommonSpirit Health is committed to creating healthier communities, delivering exceptional patient care, and ensuring every person has access to quality health care.
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Frequently asked questions
At Catholic Health Initiatives, respiratory therapists collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, and specialists to ensure seamless patient care transitions. This teamwork fosters a dynamic environment where respiratory care is tailored, supporting recovery across all patient ages in Bismarck’s regional health network.
Respiratory therapists in this region often navigate rural healthcare dynamics, managing diverse cardiopulmonary cases while adapting to resource variability. Catholic Health Initiatives emphasizes evidence-based practices, requiring therapists to be adaptable and proactive within a multi-site system spanning urban and critical access hospitals.
Professionals must exhibit strong clinical judgment, calmness under pressure, and excellent communication abilities. Managing mechanical ventilation and airway interventions are central, alongside educational skills to guide patients and families through respiratory care techniques and equipment.
Respiratory therapists can grow by specializing in intensive care, stepping into managerial roles, or contributing to quality improvement projects. Bismarck’s healthcare systems, including Catholic Health Initiatives, support continuing education and active participation in clinical innovations to foster professional development.
Bismarck shows steady demand for respiratory therapists due to its regional hospital network and rural healthcare needs. While competition exists, candidates with current North Dakota licensure and strong clinical skills are well-positioned to secure roles, especially within established systems like Catholic Health Initiatives.
In Bismarck, respiratory therapists typically earn between $55,000 and $70,000 annually, reflecting the area's cost of living and healthcare demand. This range is competitive when compared to neighboring states, factoring in North Dakota's licensing requirements and the comprehensive care scope at institutions like CHI.
Catholic Health Initiatives offers a collaborative and innovative environment emphasizing evidence-based care and multi-disciplinary integration. Their expansive network, including tertiary and critical access hospitals, provides diverse patient exposure and ongoing quality improvement opportunities unique to CHI’s legacy.
The culture at Catholic Health Initiatives promotes patient-centered care grounded in compassion and respect. Respiratory therapists benefit from supportive teams, continuous education, and a mission-driven atmosphere that values diversity and confidentiality, enriching their professional satisfaction in Bismarck.
Candidates must graduate from an AMA-accredited respiratory therapy program and hold a current North Dakota state board license. Preferred credentials include an associate or bachelor's degree, alongside skills in clinical assessment, ventilator management, and patient education tailored to cardiopulmonary health.
In Bismarck, respiratory therapists often manage broader case mixes, including critical access hospital patients with limited resources, requiring versatility. Unlike NYC’s high patient volumes and specialization, Bismarck’s therapists engage in comprehensive respiratory care with more direct involvement in rural healthcare challenges.