Respiratory Therapist: Ventilator Protocols & Patient Care

UAB Medicine; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Educational assistance

Paid time off

Parental leave

PSLF eligibility

Job summary

UAB Medicine in Alabama seeks a Respiratory Therapist to deliver evidence-based respiratory care across diverse case mixes, including adult cystic fibrosis, transplant patients, and neonatal care if chosen. You will manage ventilator protocols and wean patients from support, collaborating with physicians to optimize care.

As part of a large, nationally recognized health system, you’ll have access to extensive educational resources, generous PTO, and PSLF eligibility.

Qualifications

• Evaluate and administer therapeutic respiratory care and life support.
• Consult with physicians regarding development and modification of patient care plans.
• Must be licensed and NBRC certified or eligible.

Responsibilities

• To evaluate and administer therapeutic and diagnostic respiratory care and life support to patients with breathing or other cardiopulmonary disorders.
• To consult with physicians concerning the development and modification of patient care plans.

Skills

Ventilator management

Critical thinking

Clinical care

Education

Graduate from an accredited School of Respiratory Therapy

Licensed Respiratory Therapist (LRT) with ASBRT

Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or eligible (NBRC)

Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS)

Job description

UAB Medicine in Alabama seeks a Respiratory Therapist to deliver evidence-based respiratory care across diverse case mixes, including adult cystic fibrosis, transplant patients, and neonatal care if chosen. You will manage ventilator protocols and wean patients from support, collaborating with physicians to optimize care.

As part of a large, nationally recognized health system, you’ll have access to extensive educational resources, generous PTO, and PSLF eligibility.