Respiratory Therapist

University of Vermont Health - Porter Medical Center; Middlebury (VT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation package

Full benefits

Job summary

UVM Health in Middlebury, VT seeks a certified respiratory therapist to plan, implement and evaluate diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory care for patients. The role emphasizes safe, evidence-based practice and collaboration with the care team.

Eligible candidates must have Vermont state licensure as a respiratory care practitioner; NBRC written exam eligibility; ACLS/NRP preferred. A $10,000 sign-on bonus and relocation assistance are available.

Qualifications

• Certified or registered respiratory therapist or eligibility to take the NBRC written examination.
• Vermont state licensure required as a respiratory care practitioner.
• ACLS certification preferred.
• NRP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement and perform respiratory care diagnostic and therapeutic regimes for indicated patients.
• Collaborate with the care team to ensure safe, evidence-based care.
• Maintain licensure and certifications as required.
• Participate in ongoing quality improvement and education.

Skills

Respiratory therapy

Patient care

Education

NBRC written examination eligibility

Vermont licensure as Respiratory Care Practitioner

ACLS certification preferred

NRP certification preferred

Job description

Healthier Communities. Healthiest Lives. Together.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

To plan, implement and perform Respiratory Care diagnostic and therapeutic regimes for the care of patients for whom services are indicated.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Certified or registered respiratory therapist or eligibility to take the NBRC written examination. Vermont state licensure required as a respiratory care practitioner, ACLS certification preferred, NRP preferred.

SIGN ON BONUS:

We are offering to eligible candidates a sign on bonus of $10,000 payable over 2 years. Subject to applicable tax withholdings. Certain terms and conditions apply.

RELOCATION:

Relocation package is available to qualified applicants.Additional terms and conditions apply.

BENEFITS:

This position is eligible for full benefits.