Registered Respiratory Therapist

UVM Health Network - Central Vermont Medical Center; Berlin (VT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$10,000 sign-on bonus

Relocation package up to $6,000

Job summary

UVM Health Network - Central Vermont Medical Center is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide care to inpatients and outpatients under physician direction. The role supports the Respiratory Therapy Department and collaborates with nursing staff and physicians.

Requirements include an accredited associate degree, NBRC Registry eligibility with intent to pass within one year, and Vermont licensure (temporary license possible).

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited respiratory therapy program with NBRC Registry eligibility.
• Must have passed the NBRC Registry exam (RRT) or be eligible to take it within 12 months.
• Must hold a current Vermont Respiratory Care Practitioner license (temporary license allowed).
• 9–12 months on-the-job performance to become proficient.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care to inpatients and outpatients under medical staff direction.
• Serve as a resource to nursing staff and physicians for respiratory care.
• Participate in hospital-wide quality management activities and department initiatives.
• Assume leadership responsibilities as requested by the Director of Respiratory Therapy.

Skills

BLS certification

NRP certification

ACLS

PALS

RRT candidacy

Education

Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy (CoARC/ABHES accredited)

Registered Respiratory Therapist (NBRC)

Vermont Respiratory Care Practitioner license

Temporary license eligibility

Job description

External candidates are eligible for a $10,000 sign‑on bonus for this position! Must have at least one year of experience. Please note that current UVMHN employees are excluded from eligibility for this bonus. Additional terms and conditions apply.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Under the direction of the Director of Cardiology and Respiratory Services provides services to inpatients and outpatients as directed by the medical staff at Central Vermont Medical Center. Functions within the scope of practice of the Respiratory Therapy Department and the hospital policies and procedures. Serves as a resource to nursing staff and physicians in the care of patients with respiratory problems. Participates in quality management activities hospital wide and with the Respiratory Therapy Department. Assumes leadership responsibilities at the request of the Director of Respiratory Therapy.

EDUCATION

A graduate of an associate degree program from a respiratory therapist education program 1) supported or accredited by the commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care, or 2) Accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health education Programs. Must have successfully passed the Registry exam as a Registered Respiratory Therapy Technician as defined by the National Board of Respiratory Care. A Certified Respiratory Technician who has graduated from an accredited Respiratory program and is eligible to take the Registry exam may be hired into the Registered Respiratory Therapist range with the expectation that the employee will successfully pass the Registry exam within one‑year of the hire date. If, after one year with CVMC, the therapist has not passed the Registry exam from the National Board of Respiratory Care then the employee will be re‑classified as a Certified Respiratory Care Practitioner. Must hold a current Respiratory Care Practitioner license issued by the state of Vermont. A temporary license to practice may be issued by the State of Vermont.

EXPERIENCE

9 to 12 months on the job performance to become proficient.

Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) required.

Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification‑Required within 6 months from date of hire.

Requirements of each Therapist level

Level 1 Therapist: 0-1 years, BLS and NRP.

Level 2 Therapist: 1+ years, plus ACLS.

Level 3 Therapist: 1+ years, plus ACLS, PALS and NRP, and registered with NBRC.

RELOCATION

Eligible candidates may receive a relocation package of up to $6,000. Certain conditions apply and are subject to applicable taxes.

BENEFITS

We offer health, dental, vision, paid time off, and so much more!

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