Critical Care Respiratory Therapist — Academic Medicine

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Relocation assistance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

UVA Health in Charlottesville, VA seeks a Respiratory Therapist to evaluate, treat, and monitor patients with acute and chronic cardiopulmonary conditions across diverse clinical environments. You will support stabilization, disease management, and recovery with hands-on care.

The role emphasizes collaboration with physicians, nurses, and the care team, with emphasis on evidence-based protocols and patient education. Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a CoARC accredited respiratory therapy program.
• Experience: 12 months of acute/critical care Respiratory Therapy clinical experience.
• License/Certification: Active Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT), Licensed to practice as a Respiratory Therapist in the Commonwealth of Virginia, AHA Health Care Provider BLS certification, NBRC Specialty Credential (e.g., RRT-ACCS, RRT-NPS) expected within 2 years of hire.

Responsibilities

• Deliver respiratory care therapies and interventions in accordance with physician orders and evidence-based protocols.
• Assess patient respiratory status and adjust treatment approaches based on clinical presentation and response to therapy.
• Manage and monitor mechanical ventilation, oxygen delivery systems, and airway support devices.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other care team members to develop and implement respiratory care plans.
• Provide patient and family education related to respiratory conditions, therapies, and equipment.
• Document care accurately and consistently to support continuity, quality, and safety.

Education

CoARC accredited respiratory therapy program

Job description

UVA Health in Charlottesville, VA seeks a Respiratory Therapist to evaluate, treat, and monitor patients with acute and chronic cardiopulmonary conditions across diverse clinical environments. You will support stabilization, disease management, and recovery with hands-on care.

The role emphasizes collaboration with physicians, nurses, and the care team, with emphasis on evidence-based protocols and patient education. Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.