Respiratory Therapist CRT/RRT (Cardiopulmonary) - FT/72

Your Place In Vermont; Springfield (VT); On-site; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision

401k with employer match

Short- and long-term disability

Paid time off

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Springfield Hospital in Vermont is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide patient care across hospital areas, following AARC guidelines and applying compassionate, cost-effective practices. The role emphasizes teaching and strong communication in all interactions with patients and staff.

The position transfers knowledge through teaching and demonstrates professional standards. The base schedule is 7:00 pm - 7:00 am with every other weekend and holidays, reflecting the hospital's needs and

Qualifications

• Completion of accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
• Vermont Respiratory Care Practitioner license.
• Registration or Certification with NBRC.
• One year clinical experience.
• BLS for Healthcare Providers.
• ACLS.
• PALS (preferred).
• NRP (preferred).
• Two years' clinical experience, including emergency care (preferred).
• Experience with outpatient testing (PFT, stress testing, cardiac monitors) (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Use Respiratory Assessment throughout all areas of the hospital when caring for patients.
• Follow the AARC Clinical Practice Guidelines.
• Promote compassionate, efficient, cost effective quality patient care, while demonstrating qualities consistent for the role.
• Incorporate teaching principles into all practices.
• Show use of written and verbal communication skills in all aspects of the role.

Skills

Communication skills

Teaching principles

Compassionate patient care

Education

Accredited Respiratory Therapy program

Vermont Respiratory Care Practitioner license

NBRC registration or certification

Tools

PFT equipment

Cardiac monitors

Job description

Description

The Respiratory Therapist will:

• Use Respiratory Assessment throughout all areas of the hospital when caring for patients.
• Follow the AARC Clinical Practice Guidelines.
• Promote compassionate, efficient, cost effective quality patient care, while demonstrating qualities consistent for the role.
• Incorporate teaching principles into all practices.
• Show use of written and verbal communication skills in all aspects of the role.

The schedule for this position is 7:00 pm - 7:00 am and includes every other weekends and holidays.

Requirements

• Completion of accredited Respiratory Therapy program
• Vermont Respiratory Care Practitioner license
• Registration or Certification with the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
• One (1) year clinical experience
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) (preferred)
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certificate (preferred)
• Two (2) years' clinical experience, including emergency care (preferred)
• Experience with outpatient testing, i.e., PFT, stress testing, cardiac monitors (preferred)

Salary Range: The base rate for this position is $35.00 - $42.00 per hour. The hourly range reflected above is a good faith estimate of base pay for the position. The rate for this position ultimately will be determined based on the education, experience, knowledge, and abilities of the successful candidate.

Springfield Hospital is proud to offer competitive wages, comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental and vision, 401k with an employer match, short- and long-term disability insurance, paid time off, and referral bonuses. Employees are part of a close-knit, mission-driven team that values collaboration and growth.