Respiratory Therapist

UCHealth; Greeley (CO); On-site; USD 43,545 - 65,312; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off (PTO)

403(b) plan with employer matching

Assistance with Public Service Loan Forgiveness program

Job summary

UCHealth in Greeley, CO is seeking a full-time Respiratory Therapist for night shifts. This role involves providing comprehensive care in a direct patient setting, working closely with a team to enhance patient well-being and outcomes. Candidates should be RRT certified and meet all specified qualifications to ensure safety and quality in care.

Competitive pay ranges from $31.61 to $47.41 per hour, reflecting relevant experience. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, mental health support, and tuition assistance for further education.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
• Registered as a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
• State licensure required.
• ACLS and NRP certifications required within 6 months of hire.
• BLS through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross must be current.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care utilizing respiratory therapy protocols.
• Work with a multidisciplinary team to achieve exceptional care outcomes.
• Contribute to safety and quality at the point of care.

Skills

ACLS

NRP

BLS/CPR

Registered as a Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Education

Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program

State licensure

Job description

Location: UCHealth Greeley Hospital – Greeley, CO

Department: GH RT

Work Schedule: Full Time, 72.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks)

Shift: Nights

Pay: $31.61 - $47.41 / hour, dependent on relevant experience

This position is onsite; no hybrid or remote option available.

Minimum Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
• Registered as a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
• State licensure.
• ACLS and NRP required within 6 months of hire.
• PALS & NRP required within 6 months of hire.
• BLS through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer; BLS/CPR card must be good for at least 60 days after hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide top of scope practice in a direct patient care environment utilizing respiratory therapy protocols and best practices to promote optimized care.
• Partner with a multidisciplinary team to achieve exceptional care outcomes.
• Prioritize wellness, patient perspective, and evidence‑based practice.
• Model proficiency through precepting new healthcare staff.
• Embrace new knowledge in a fast‑paced, innovative clinical environment.
• Contribute to ensuring safety and quality at the point of care.
• Practice in a technologically complex clinical setting managing ventilator integration and airway management across multiple levels of care.
• Engage in clinical ladders encouraging internal growth and promotional opportunities through project implementation at unit, division, regional, or system levels.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 24/7 mental health and well‑being support for employees and dependents.
• Discounted gym memberships and fitness resources.
• Free Care.com membership.
• Voluntary benefits: accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal plan, identity theft protection, pet insurance, auto and home insurance, employee discount programs.
• Paid time off (PTO), paid family and medical leave (inclusive of Colorado FAMLI), leaves of absence.
• Employer‑provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage with buy‑up options.
• Employer‑provided short‑term and long‑term disability with buy‑up options.
• 403(b) plan with employer matching contribution.
• Potential 457(b) plan.
• Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent day care; health savings account available with a high‑deductible plan.
• Access to academic degrees and certificate programs; up to 100% tuition, books, and fees paid for specific degrees; up to $10,000 per year pre‑paid for other programs or up to $5,250 annual tuition reimbursement.
• Access to LinkedIn Learning and internal professional development.
• Assistance with Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.

Recognition & Performance

• 3‑Year Incentive Bonus to recognize employee contributions to quality, patient experience, organizational growth, financial goals, and tenure.
• Annual Merit Pay Increase based on performance excellence.
• Annual market reviews to ensure pay competitiveness.

UCHealth recognizes and appreciates the diverse talents and perspectives that equal employment inclusion offers. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to making employment decisions based on valid requirements, and we do not discriminate based on any prohibited characteristic. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants with disabilities, unless they impose undue hardship on the organization.

UCHealth always welcomes talent. This position will be open for a minimum of three days until a top applicant is identified.