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Respiratory Therapist
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : Lehi, UT, 84043-7186
Job Type : Full Time
Salary : 27.16-41.09 HOUR
Date Posted : 5 January 2026
Job Summary and Responsibilities
Respiratory Therapists may be eligible for a relocation bonus up to $8,000. Ask a recruitment team member for more information to learn more!
When you join our team, you will help advance modern medicine by providing your skills, experience, and commitment to compassionate care. The impact you will make in our faith-based, mission-driven culture drives the opportunity to cultivate excellence and achieve professional fulfillment united in humankindness.
As a Respiratory Therapist (RT) you will:
- Perform respiratory procedures under physician direction in all patient areas.
- Be responsible for patient assessments, care plans, plan implementation and evaluation and revision of therapy plan as needed.
- Collaborate with other professional disciplines to ensure the most effective and efficient care delivery and achievement of desired patient outcomes.
- Utilize knowledge of patient’s age and cultural diversity in the provision of patient care.
- Support the organization vision and mission and practices performance improvement techniques to assure the delivery of the most effective patient care.
In addition to bringing your whole self to the workplace each day, qualified candidates will need the following:
- 1 year of respiratory therapy experience, preferred
- Prior use of electronic medical records (EMR), preferred
- High School Diploma required
- Associates Degree preferred
- Completion of an accredited Respiratory Therapy Education Program, i.e. CoARC, JRCRTE, or CAAHEP required
- Must have current state Licensure (RLT) in applicable state of employment. Must have CRT by NBRC required
- BLS required from the American Heart Association
- Current ACLS certification from the American Heart Association required upon hire or obtain within 6 months of hire
- NRP certification and PALS certification upon hire or obtain within 6 months of hire for
Physical Requirements - Medium Work - (Exert up to 50lbs force occasionally, and/or up to 20lbs frequently, and/or up to 10lbs constantly)
Schedule: Full time Nights
Where You'll WorkAt CommonSpirit Mountain Region, we believe in the healing power of humanity and serving the common good through our dedicated work and shared mission to celebrate humankindness.
Holy Cross Hospital – Mountain Point is a 40-bed full-service hospital serving the residents of northern Utah County. Conveniently located in Lehi, Mountain Point is easily accessible from I-15 and SR-92 just east of Thanksgiving Point. Working in a friendly community-focused hospital environment, our highly skilled medical professionals are committed to delivering exceptional care to the people of Lehi and beyond. We uphold the highest standards of patient care in an environment of respect and we continue to strive toward delivering unparalleled long-term services, equipment and facilities to meet the changing health care needs of our community. We are a leader in advanced surgical technologies and are a Level III trauma center and stroke receiving facility.
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Frequently asked questions
Respiratory therapists at Catholic Health Initiatives in Lehi play a pivotal role in elevating patient care by integrating compassionate, faith-driven practices with advanced respiratory procedures. This environment fosters teamwork and continual improvement, enhancing outcomes for diverse patient populations.
Catholic Health Initiatives supports respiratory therapists’ career progression through exposure to cutting-edge technologies, interdisciplinary collaboration, and ongoing education opportunities, helping therapists develop specialized skills and leadership capabilities in a mission-focused setting.
Employers in Lehi, UT generally require state licensure as a respiratory therapist (RLT) and certification by the NBRC (CRT). Additionally, certifications such as BLS, ACLS, NRP, and PALS are often mandated or encouraged to meet local healthcare standards.
Night shift respiratory therapists often manage urgent respiratory distress cases with limited immediate support, requiring strong clinical assessment skills and quick adaptation. Managing patient care plans overnight demands vigilance and coordination with on-call physicians.
Northern Utah County, including Lehi, has a growing healthcare sector with moderate to high demand for respiratory therapists due to expanding medical facilities and an aging population. Competition is balanced by opportunities for candidates with certifications and experience.
Respiratory therapists in Lehi, UT typically earn between $60,000 and $75,000 annually, depending on experience and certifications. Night shifts and relocation bonuses, such as the $8,000 offered by Catholic Health Initiatives, can enhance overall compensation.
Lehi offers a community-focused work environment with slightly lower living costs than Salt Lake City or Denver. While salaries might be marginally less, the balance of quality of life, less commuting stress, and collaborative healthcare teams make it attractive for respiratory therapists.
Catholic Health Initiatives emphasizes continuous education and requires certifications like ACLS, NRP, and PALS. They support therapists through training programs and encourage participation in performance improvement initiatives to align with evolving medical standards.
Therapists at Holy Cross Hospital focus on comprehensive respiratory assessments, tailored therapy plans, and culturally sensitive care. The hospital’s status as a level III trauma and stroke center means proficiency in acute respiratory interventions and emergency response is critical.
Candidates with completion of accredited respiratory therapy programs like CoARC or CAAHEP are preferred. An associate degree, current CRT credential, and readiness to obtain required certifications such as BLS and ACLS align closely with Catholic Health Initiatives’ hiring standards.