Respiratory Therapist

UCHealth; Steamboat Springs (CO); On-site; USD 47,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

UCHealth’s Yampa Valley Medical Center in Steamboat Springs, CO is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to lead advanced patient care in a fast-paced environment. You will assess and respond to therapy plans, monitor patient status, and collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure optimal outcomes.

Required NBRC-registered RT, state licensure, and timely BLS/CPR; ACLS within one year. This full-time role offers comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities within UCHealth’s supported career

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with NBRC.
• State licensure to practice respiratory therapy.
• BLS/CPR through a recognized provider, valid through start date.
• ACLS within one year; NRP & PALS within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Delivers and assesses response to ordered therapy per plan of care.
• Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition.
• Evaluates and develops respiratory care policies based on outcomes and best practices.
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary team.
• Responds to codes and emergent situations.
• Educates patients and families about illness and community resources.
• Maintains critical thinking, judgement, and independence in fast-paced environments.

Skills

RRT

BLS Certification

ACLS within 1 year

PALS within 6 months

State licensure

Education

Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program

NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Job description

Location

UCHealth

Yampa Valley Medical Center - Steamboat Springs, CO

Department

YVMC Respiratory

Work Schedule

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

Shift

Flex

Pay

$33.82 - $50.73 / hour. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience

Summary

Leads team members by demonstrating and providing advanced care for patients with respiratory disorders.

Responsibilities

Delivers and assesses response to ordered therapy per plan of care.Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate.

Evaluates, develops and proposes respiratory care policies and procedures based on patient outcomes, current research, and best practices.

Collaborates with multi-disciplinary team.

Responds to codes and calls for emergent assistance.

Assesses patient condition and delivers appropriate treatment utilizing appropriate protocols.

Educates the patient and family about the patient's illness and provides information about community resources.

Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
• Registered as a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
• State licensure2 years of experience as respiratory therapist.
• BLS through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer with card in-hand before start date.
• BLS or CPR card must be good through sixty days of hire.
• NRP & PALS within 6 months of hireAdvanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Healthcare Provider within one year

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Recognition

Performance bonus: UCHealth offers a 3-Year Incentive Bonus to recognize employee contributions to our success in quality, patient experience, organizational growth, financial goals and tenure. The bonus accumulates annually each October and is paid out in October during the third year of employment.

Performance-based pay increase: The Annual Merit Pay Increase recognizes work performance that meets or consistently exceeds performance standards documented through UCHealth's established evaluation process and accounts for increased experience, skills and cost of living.

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Health and well-being

• Medical, dental and vision coverage.
• Access to 24/7 mental health and well-being support for employees and dependents.
• Discounted gym memberships and fitness resources.
• Free Care.com membership.
• Voluntary benefits such as accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal plan, identity theft protection, pet insurance, auto and home insurance, and employee discount programs.
• Time away from work: 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 coverage options.
• Employer-provided short-term disability and long-term disability with a buy-up coverage option.
• *Eligibility for some programs is based on an employee's scheduled work hours.

Retirement and savings

• 403(b) plan with employer matching contribution.
• Additional 457(b) plan may be available.
• Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent day care; health savings account available when enrolled in high-deductible (HD) medical plan.

Education and career growth

• UCHealth provides access to academic degrees and certificate programs to promote professional and personal growth.
• Up to 100% of tuition, books and fees paid for by UCHealth for specific educational degrees.
• Other programs may qualify for up to $10,000/year pre-paid by UCHealth or up to $5,250/year in the form of tuition reimbursement.
• Access to LinkedIn Learning, which offers thousands of virtual courses and seminars, and internal professional development opportunities.
• Employees have access to free assistance navigating the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program and submitting their federal student loans for forgiveness.

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

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