Respiratory Therapist - Richmond, VA

Virginia Commonwealth University Health; Richmond, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University Health is hiring Respiratory Therapists in Richmond, VA. The role covers neonatal to geriatric care across various specialties, with opportunities to act as a shift team leader in the supervisor’s absence. Candidates must be Virginia-licensed and NBRC-certified.

The position emphasizes safety, compliance with clinical guidelines, and collaboration with physicians and the healthcare team. On-site responsibilities may include rotating shifts.

Qualifications

• Licensed by the Commonwealth of Virginia as a Respiratory Therapist.
• Current NBRC CRT or RRT certification.
• Current CPR certification.
• One year of work experience as a Respiratory Therapist.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe and effective respiratory care for neonatal, pediatric, adult and geriatric patients.
• Serve as respiratory care resource and educator for patients, caregivers, staff and students.
• Perform shift team leader duties in the supervisor's absence when applicable.
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary team regarding care plans.
• Maintain work areas in a clean and well-stocked state.

Skills

Cardiopulmonary assessment

Ventilator management

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Emergency response

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Job description

## Respiratory Therapist - Richmond, VAApplylocations: Richmond, VAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R45772\*\*Up to $20,000 Sign On Bonus for offers accepted by August 31, 2026. Terms and Conditions apply\*\* We are hiring for positions ranging from NEW GRADS to RESPIRATORY THERAPIST 4, within the specialties of Adult/Pediatrics/Flight/Diagnostic where experience will determine qualification and locations may vary from main hospital to other sites. The Respiratory Therapist 2 learns, performs and completes assignments/responsibilities assigned during the transitional duty period. This position provides safe and effective respiratory care as an advanced Respiratory Therapist for neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult and/or geriatric populations in accordance with discipline training, Clinical Practice Guidelines, and hospital standards and protocols. This position serves as a respiratory care resource and educator for patients, caregivers, hospital staff and students. If applicable, this position functions as a shift team leader in the absence of the supervisor.Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: Licensed by the Commonwealth of Virginia as a Respiratory Therapist required Current certification or registry from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) as a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)\* or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) required Current CPR certification as required by practice setting Current related credentials from the NBRC or National Asthma Educator Certification Board (NAECB) preferred Current ACLS and/or PALS preferred \*On or after 1/1/2015, new hires must be current RRT. Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: Current license as a Respiratory Therapist by the Commonwealth of Virginia required Current CRT\* or RRT required Current CPR certification as required by practice setting Current NRP certification as required by practice setting \*On or after 1/1/2015, new hires must be current RRT. Experience REQUIRED: One (1) year of work experience as a Respiratory Therapist Experience PREFERRED: Two (2) years of work experience as a Respiratory Therapist Previous affiliation or work experience in a similar practice setting Education/training REQUIRED: Education, training and/or experience that has satisfied the eligibility requirements for the National Board for Respiratory Care (or its predecessor organizations) Education/training PREFERRED: Bachelor’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy from a Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) accredited program Independent action(s) required: Cardiopulmonary assessment and monitoring, including during emergency response; airway care; selecting appropriate ventilators and non-ordered ventilator parameters; consulting with physicians and interdisciplinary team members regarding the appropriateness of the patient care plan; and maintaining work areas in a clean and well stocked manner. Perform shift team leader role in the supervisor’s absence, if applicable. Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A Additional position requirements: Depending on work assignment, may be required to rotate shifts, work on weekends and holidays and take on-call. Age Specific groups served: As appropriate based on unit assignment. Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate): Physical: Lifting 20-50 lbs. Activities: Prolonged standing, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive) Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Able to adapt to frequent, changeEEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran