Registered Respiratory Therapist

University of Vermont Health

Berlin, VTFull-time$31.88–49.22/hrSeen 5mo agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation

$31.88–49.22/hr

Location

Berlin, VT

Schedule

Full-time

Work Authorization

Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Pass Registry Exam As Registered Respiratory TherapistCurrent Respiratory Care Practitioner License VermontBasic Life Support CertificationNeonatal Resuscitation Program Certification Required Within 6 MonthsAssociate's degree

Job overview

The Registered Respiratory Therapist provides inpatient and outpatient respiratory services under the direction of the Director of Cardiology and Respiratory Services at Central Vermont Medical Center. The role serves as a resource to nursing staff and physicians, participates in hospital-wide quality management, and may assume leadership responsibilities as requested.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Basic Life SupportNeonatal Resuscitation ProgramAdvanced Cardiovascular Life SupportPediatric Advanced Life SupportPatient Care

Qualifications

Associate Degree in Respiratory TherapyPass Registry Exam as Registered Respiratory TherapistCurrent Respiratory Care Practitioner License Vermont9 to 12 Months Experience RequiredBasic Life Support Certification RequiredNeonatal Resuscitation Program Certification Required Within 6 Months

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Full job description

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Job Details

Job Ref:

R0074060

Category:

Cardiology & Respiratory Care

Employment Type:

Full-Time

Health Care Partner:

Central Vermont Medical Center

Location:

130 Fisher Rd, Berlin, VT

Department:

CVMC - Respiratory Therapy

Job Type:

Regular

Primary Shift:

Night-12hr

Hours:

6:30 PM - 7:00 AM

Hours per Week:

Weekend Needs:

Every Other

Pay Rate:

$31.88 - $49.22 per hour

This is a bargaining union position.

$10,000 sign-on bonus for this position! Please note that current UVMH employees are excluded from eligibility for this bonus. Additional terms and conditions apply.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Under the direction of the Director of Cardiology and Respiratory Services provides services to inpatients and outpatients as directed by the medical staff at Central Vermont Medical Center. Functions within the scope of practice of the Respiratory Therapy Department and the hospital policies and procedures. Serves as a resource to nursing staff and physicians in the care of patients with respiratory problems. Participates in quality management activities hospital wide and with the Respiratory Therapy Department. Assumes leadership responsibilities at the request of the Director of Respiratory Therapy.

EDUCATION:

A graduate of an associate degree program from a respiratory therapist education program 1) supported or accredited by the commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care, or 2) Accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health education Programs. Must have successfully passed the Registry exam as a Registered Respiratory Therapy Technician as defined by the National Board of Respiratory Care. . A Certified Respiratory Technician who has graduated from an accredited Respiratory program and is eligible to take the Registry exam may be hired into the Registered Respiratory Therapist range with the expectation that the employee will successfully pass the Registry exam within one-year of the hire date. If, after one year with CVMC, the therapist has not passed the Registry exam from the National Board of Respiratory Care then the employee will be re-classified as a Certified Respiratory Care Practitioner. Must hold a current Respiratory Care Practitioner license issued by the state of Vermont. A temporary license to practice may be issued by the State of Vermont.

EXPERIENCE:

9 to 12 months on the job performance to become proficient

Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) required

Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification-Required within 6 months from date of hire.

Requirements of each Therapist level.

Level 1 Therapist: 0-1 years, BLS and NRP

Level 2 Therapist: 1+ years, plus ACLS

Level 3 Therapist: 1+ years, plus ACLS, PALS and NRP, and registered with NBRC

RELOCATION:

Eligible candidates may receive a relocation package of up to $6,000. Certain conditions apply and are subject to applicable taxes.

BENEFITS

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