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Respiratory Therapist
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : Phoenix, AZ, 85013
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Salary : 30.91-45.98 HOUR
Date Posted : 5 January 2026
Job Summary and Responsibilities
As a Respiratory Therapist at St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center WestGate you’ll join an established team of RTs who share your passion for caring for patients experiencing breathing issues. Our Respiratory Therapists are highly trained when it comes to delivering specialized cardiopulmonary care including breathing techniques ventilator management nebulizer treatment oxygen therapies external ventilation support and some pulmonary function assessments.
Your success in this role comes from a blend of your keen assessment skills and a sense of urgency. You have the ability to remain calm and focused in emergent situations. Your critical thinking skills enhance your care plans as you know what to do as well as the expected outcomes.
If you’re a passionate RRT ready to join an organization centered in humankindness apply with Dignity Health today!
- Performs full range of basic respiratory care for all patient populations
- Performs and documents a complete patient assessment including (but not limited to) vital signs breath sounds cough and respiratory pattern with each ventilator system check and with each treatment.
- Checks all equipment and respiratory modalities (including invasive and non-invasive) maintains alarms and documents accurately and completely.
- Performs ABGs utilizing 2 patient identifiers properly handles blood specimens reports critical values and maintains blood gas lab logs (where applicable).
- Correctly charges labels scans and discards medications (including patient owned medications).
Dignity Health now offers an Education Benefit program for benefit-eligible employees after 180 days. This program provides debt relief and student loan assistance to help you achieve your goals. Full-time employees can receive up to $18,000 over five years, while part-time employees can receive up to $9,000.
Job Requirements
Minimum:
High School Diploma/GED
Graduate of an AMA Respiratory Therapy Program required
AZ Respiratory Therapist License
National Registered Respiratory Therapist
Neonatal Resuscitation Program
American Heart Association-issued BLS certificate
Preferred:
American Heart Association-issued ACLS certificate
NRP
Where You'll WorkHello humankindness
Located conveniently in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona, St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center is a 571-bed, not-for-profit hospital that provides a wide range of health, social and support services. Founded in 1895 by the Sisters of Mercy, St. Joseph's was the first hospital in the Phoenix area. More than 125 years later, St. Joseph's remains dedicated to its mission of caring for the poor and underserved.
We are extremely proud to be a nationally recognized center for quality quaternary care, medical education and research. St. Joseph's includes the internationally renowned Barrow Neurological Institute, Norton Thoracic Institute, Cancer Center at St. Joseph's, Ivy Brain Tumor Center, andSt. Joseph's Level I Trauma Center(which is verified by the American College of Surgeons). The hospital is also a respected center for high-risk obstetrics, neuro-rehabilitation, orthopedics, and other medical services. St. Joseph’s is considered a sought-after destination hospital for treating the most complex cases from throughout the world. Every day, approximately 20 percent of the hospital’s patients have traveled from outside of Arizona and the United States to seek treatment at St. Joseph’s.
U.S News & World Report routinely ranks St. Joseph's among the top hospitals in the United States for neurology and neurosurgery. In addition, St. Joseph's boasts the Creighton University School of Medicine at St. Joseph's, and a strategic alliance with Phoenix Children's Hospital.
St. Joseph's is consistently named an outstanding place to work and one of Arizona's healthiest employers. Come grow your career with one of Arizona's Most Admired Companies
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Frequently asked questions
Phoenix has a growing demand for respiratory therapists due to its expanding healthcare facilities. Candidates often face moderate competition, but possessing an AZ respiratory therapist license and certifications like BLS and NRP can significantly improve chances in this vibrant market.
In Arizona, beyond the required state respiratory therapist license, certifications like Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), American Heart Association BLS, and ACLS are highly regarded. These credentials demonstrate advanced skills essential for hospitals like St. Joseph's in Phoenix.
Respiratory therapists bring expertise in ventilator management, oxygen therapies, and arterial blood gas analysis. Their critical thinking and ability to handle emergency respiratory situations distinguish them from assistants or technicians in the respiratory care field.
Daily tasks include assessing lung function, managing ventilators, administering nebulizer treatments, and documenting respiratory assessments. Therapists also ensure equipment safety and respond swiftly to critical patient respiratory needs, forming a vital part of patient care teams.
Phoenix offers pathways from staff respiratory therapist roles to managerial or consultant positions within healthcare systems like Catholic Health Initiatives. Further certifications and experience with specialized units, such as neonatal or trauma care, can accelerate career advancement.
Catholic Health Initiatives emphasizes a culture of humankindness coupled with advanced quaternary care. Respiratory therapists here engage with complex cases, supported by renowned institutes, offering unique exposure not commonly found in other local facilities.
Yes, they provide an education benefit program aiding benefit-eligible employees with student loan assistance up to $18,000 over five years, fostering continuous professional development and supporting respiratory therapists in achieving career and educational goals.
Respiratory therapists in Phoenix typically earn between $58,000 to $75,000 annually, influenced by experience, certifications, and facility size. Positions at top hospitals like St. Joseph's often offer competitive compensation aligned with regional healthcare standards.
Respiratory therapists in Phoenix hospitals are trained to stay composed under pressure, performing swift ventilator adjustments, arterial blood gas sampling, and emergency respiratory support, ensuring patients receive timely and effective interventions in critical moments.