Night Shift Respiratory Therapist - Clinical Leader

UVA Health System; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

UVA Health in Charlottesville, VA is seeking a Respiratory Therapist Clin 3 to lead on the night shift within Surgical-Trauma and Neuro teams, delivering advanced care to critically ill patients while mentoring peers. This role blends bedside expertise with leadership responsibilities, focusing on patient outcomes, clinical standards, and teamwork across disciplines in an academic medical center.

Relocation assistance may be available and the position offers growth through a structured clinical

Qualifications

• Graduate of a CoARC accredited respiratory therapy program.
• Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Therapy (BSRC) or related health science preferred.
• Active RRT credential and Virginia state license.
• AHA BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a visible clinical leader for night shift operations.
• Provide advanced respiratory care for critically ill patients including airway management and ventilation.
• Mentor newer therapists and support ongoing professional development.
• Support precepting, knowledge sharing, and clinical practice improvement.
• Collaborate with department leadership to advance respiratory therapy practice.
• Promote a collaborative and accountable team culture.
• Strengthen day/night shift communication and workflow.

Skills

Leadership

Mentorship

Clinical excellence

Team collaboration

Education advocacy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy (BSRC) or related health science

CoARC accredited respiratory therapy program

Job description

UVA Health in Charlottesville, VA is seeking a Respiratory Therapist Clin 3 to lead on the night shift within Surgical-Trauma and Neuro teams, delivering advanced care to critically ill patients while mentoring peers. This role blends bedside expertise with leadership responsibilities, focusing on patient outcomes, clinical standards, and teamwork across disciplines in an academic medical center.

Relocation assistance may be available and the position offers growth through a structured clinical