Respiratory Therapist, Internal Traveler Program

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive bonus

Internal Traveler Program

Job summary

UVA Health in Virginia seeks a Respiratory Therapist Traveler (Internal) to join our academic health system with a world-class medical center. Opportunities include a level 1 trauma center and an NCI-designated cancer center, supporting diverse clinically advanced care.

Internal Travelers are offered in 13-week blocks with renewal up to 39 weeks and a $2,500 incentive bonus for the first assignment. Requires 12 months of acute/critical care Respiratory Therapy experience, active RRT credential,

Qualifications

• 12 months of acute/critical care Respiratory Therapy experience.
• Active RRT credential required and NBRC licensure to practice in VA.
• Virginia license and BLS certification required; NBRC specialty credential preferred.

Skills

Acute/critical care

Assessment skills

Therapy skills

Education

RRT credential

Virginia license

BLS certification

NBRC specialty credential

Respiratory Therapy degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Healthcare professionals at UVA Health are valued team members contributing to an academic health system with a world-class academic medical center including a level 1 trauma center, an NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, and UVA Children’s.

At UVA Health, healthcare professionals provide high quality patient care, advance medicine and innovate excellence; transforming health and inspiring hope for all Virginians and beyond.

• The Internal Traveler Program is an opportunity for healthcare professionals to explore the boundless possibilities at UVA Health. Internal Traveler positions are:
• compensated competitively with other traveler positions,
• available in a wide variety of clinical practice opportunities, and
• are offered in 13-week blocks, which may be renewed up to a maximum of 39 weeks.
• $2,500 Incentive Bonus for first 13 week assignment
• Please visit link: https://hr.virginia.edu/uva-health-internal-traveler-program
• Opportunities are available for Respiratory Therapists in the Internal Traveler Program. We are seeking a competent clinician with moderate level knowledge, assessment, and therapeutic skills for respiratory conditions.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: Graduate of an accredited respiratory therapy educational program. Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Experience: 12 months of acute/critical care Respiratory Therapy clinical experience.

Licensure: Active Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential with the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) required (new graduates must obtain within 90 days of hire). Licensed to practice as a Respiratory Therapist in the Commonwealth of Virginia required. American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required. Active NBRC Specialty Credential (e.g., RRT-ACCS, RRT-NPS) preferred .

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Job requires standing for prolonged periods, frequently bending/stooping/traveling. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull > 100lbs. May be exposed to fumes, chemicals, vibrations, humidity, cold, heat, noise, outdoor climate, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

The pay rate for this role is $64.00 hourly. This position is compensated at a fixed rate. Compensation is established in accordance with the position's approved pay structure.

Job Profile

J0437 - Respiratory Therapist Traveler (Internal)

Career Stream and Level

No Career Stream-No Level

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