Weekend Respiratory Therapist — Critical Care & Teaching

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Paid Time Off

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Relocation Assistance

Education support

Job summary

UVA Health in Charlottesville, VA, seeks a Respiratory Therapist to evaluate, treat, and monitor patients with acute and chronic cardiopulmonary conditions across diverse clinical settings. You will deliver care according to physician orders, participate in rounds, and ensure patient stability and recovery.

This Magnet-recognized academic medical center offers advanced respiratory care, collaboration with physicians and nurses, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a CoARC accredited respiratory therapy program.
• Active RRT and Virginia license required.
• AHA BLS certification required.
• NBRC specialty credential expected within 2 years of hire.

Responsibilities

• Deliver respiratory care therapies and interventions in accordance with physician orders and evidence-based protocols.
• Assess patient respiratory status and adjust treatment approaches based on clinical presentation and response to therapy.
• Manage and monitor mechanical ventilation, oxygen delivery systems, and airway support devices.
• Collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, and other members of the care team to develop and implement respiratory care plans.
• Provide patient and family education related to respiratory conditions, therapies, and equipment.
• Document care accurately and consistently to support continuity, quality, and safety.

Skills

Acute/critical care

Clinical judgment

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Communication skills

RRT credential

BLS certification

Education

CoARC accredited respiratory therapy program

Tools

Ventilators

Oxygen delivery systems

Airway support devices

Job description

UVA Health in Charlottesville, VA, seeks a Respiratory Therapist to evaluate, treat, and monitor patients with acute and chronic cardiopulmonary conditions across diverse clinical settings. You will deliver care according to physician orders, participate in rounds, and ensure patient stability and recovery.

This Magnet-recognized academic medical center offers advanced respiratory care, collaboration with physicians and nurses, and opportunities for professional growth.