Respiratory Therapist

Encompass Health; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Company-matching 401(k)

Flexible spending and health savings accounts

Job summary

Encompass Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist in Charlottesville, Virginia, to provide direct patient care and administer breathing treatments. You'll develop individualized care plans and work with an interdisciplinary team to enhance patient recovery.

The ideal candidate holds a current State License in Respiratory Therapy and has experience working in hospitals. Benefits include affordable health plans, generous paid time off, and tuition reimbursement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Current State License in Respiratory Therapy.
• CPR certification.
• ACLS certification preferred.
• Two years of hospital experience in Respiratory Therapy preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to patients requiring medical gas and breathing therapy modalities.
• Guide patients through breathing treatments and conduct assessments.
• Build meaningful relationships with patients to support recovery.

Skills

Current State License in Respiratory Therapy

CPR certification

ACLS certification

Hospital experience in Respiratory Therapy

Job description

As a Respiratory Therapist with Encompass Health, you will provide direct patient care, administer breathing treatments, develop individualized care plans, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to promote patient recovery.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to patients requiring medical gas, breathing therapy modalities, and medications.
• Guide patients through breathing treatments, supervise care, conduct assessments, and create personalized care plans.
• Build meaningful relationships with patients, understanding their physical, mental, and emotional needs to support successful recovery.
• Celebrate patient progress and milestones as part of the care team.

Qualifications

• Current State License in Respiratory Therapy.
• CPR certification.
• ACLS certification preferred.
• Two years of hospital experience in Respiratory Therapy preferred.

Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for full‑time and part‑time employees and their families.
• Generous paid time off that accrues over time.
• Tuition reimbursement and continuous education opportunities.
• Company‑matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts tailored to your needs.