Ambulatory Pulmonary Respiratory Therapist

The University of Vermont Health Network; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Vermont Health Network seeks an Ambulatory Respiratory Therapist to provide high-quality respiratory care for pulmonary patients in outpatient settings.

The role includes performing patient assessments, administering therapies, conducting pulmonary function tests, drawing and interpreting ABGs, supporting pulmonary rehab, and educating patients and families on disease management and home therapies.

Qualifications

• Outpatient respiratory therapy experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments and administer respiratory therapies.
• Conduct pulmonary function tests and draw/interpret ABGs.
• Support pulmonary rehab and educate patients and families.
• Collaborate with pulmonologists, nurses and interdisciplinary teams.

Job description

The University of Vermont Health Network seeks an Ambulatory Respiratory Therapist to provide high-quality respiratory care for pulmonary patients in outpatient settings. Responsibilities include performing patient assessments, administering therapies, conducting pulmonary function tests, drawing and interpreting ABGs, supporting pulmonary rehab, and educating patients and families on disease management and home therapies. You will collaborate closely with pulmonologists, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams in an academic, evidence-based environment that supports professional growth, research, and service to diverse communities in Vermont and northern New York.