Weekend Critical Care Respiratory Therapist

experiencedAlliedHealth; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Paid Time Off

Long-term Disability

Short-term Disability

Retirement Savings

Health Savings Plans

Flexible Spending Accounts

Certification/Education support

Generous Paid Time Off

Job summary

UVA Health in Charlottesville is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to evaluate, treat, and monitor patients with acute and chronic cardiopulmonary conditions across diverse clinical settings. You will work with a dedicated team to support patient stabilization and recovery.

The role includes weekend program options with 48 weekends per year and travel allowance for eligible distances; relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates seeking to join UVA Health.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a CoARC accredited respiratory therapy program.
• Active Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) and Virginia state licensure or eligibility.
• AHA Health Care Provider BLS certification; NBRC specialty credential within 2 years of hire.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, treat, and monitor patients with acute and chronic cardiopulmonary conditions across diverse clinical environments.
• Deliver respiratory care therapies in accordance with physician orders and protocols.
• Manage and monitor mechanical ventilation and airway support devices.

Education

CoARC accredited respiratory therapy program

Tools

Ventilators

Oxygen delivery systems

Job description

UVA Health in Charlottesville is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to evaluate, treat, and monitor patients with acute and chronic cardiopulmonary conditions across diverse clinical settings. You will work with a dedicated team to support patient stabilization and recovery.

The role includes weekend program options with 48 weekends per year and travel allowance for eligible distances; relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates seeking to join UVA Health.