Respiratory Therapist I or II - Nights
UVM Health - UVM Medical Center · Burlington, VT · 2 wk ago
Healthcare$31.4–$49.53/hrFull-time
About the role
Join a dynamic Respiratory Care team at a Level I Trauma Center and Golisano Children’s Hospital with a Level III NICU. Practice at the top of your license and make a meaningful impact across multiple critical care environments.
Responsibilities
- Practice professional respiratory care to patients in varying states of health and illness.
- Afford professional respiratory care to patients in varying states of health and illness.
- Assess, plan, implement and evaluate the patient's pulmonary needs.
- Provide and oversee delivery of patient care for all patients requiring respiratory care in the general units, including adult, pediatric, and cystic fibrosis patients.
- Care for trauma patients, cardiac arrests, and high acuity admissions.
- Work with an interdisciplinary care team to provide high quality care throughout the patient’s journey.
Requirements
- Graduate of an AMA approved program for Respiratory Care and be licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in the State of Vermont.
- Registered Respiratory Therapist by the NBRC within one year of hire date.
- Current ACLS, BLS & PALS certifications.
Qualifications
- Supportive first year Respiratory Therapy Residency Program.
- High-acuity care in a fast-paced Level I Trauma Center and emergency department.
- Expand your expertise with growth opportunities in our Pediatric ICU, Level III Neonatal ICU and Neonatal Transport Team.
- Evolve your practice toward becoming a Bedside ECMO Specialist.
- Work in an environment that values autonomy, clinical excellence, and continuous professional development.
Skills
- Autonomy through RT-driven protocols, including RT-driven extubations.
- Continuous professional development.
Benefits
- Total compensation package including salary, health and wellness benefits, paid time off, and more.
Pay
- Level I: $31.40 - $49.53
- Level II: $32.95 - $51.96
- Level III: $34.63 - $54.61
Schedule
- Fast-paced Level I Trauma Center and emergency department.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package.
Wages
- Level I: $31.40 - $49.53
- Level II: $32.95 - $51.96
- Level III: $34.63 - $54.61
Sign-on and relocation packages
- $10,000 sign-on bonus.
- Up to $6,000 relocation package.