Registered Respiratory Therapist I-3 at University of Vermont Health Network

Berlin, Vermont, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Building Name: CVMC - Central Vermont Medical Center Location Address: 130 Fisher Road, Berlin Vermont Regular Department: CVMC - Respiratory Therapy Full Time Standard Hours: 36 Biweekly Scheduled Hours: 72 Shift: Night Primary Shift: - Weekend Needs: Every Other Salary Range: Min $31.10 Mid $39.57 Max $48.04 Recruiter: Cindy Reichard External candidates are eligible for a $10,000 sign-on bonus for this position! Must have at least one year of experience. Please note that current UVMHN 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: Relocation package is available to qualified applicants. Certain terms and conditions apply. BENEFITS We offer health, dental, vision, paid time off, and so much more! Review our benefit summary at: https://www.cvmc.org/about-cvmc/careers/benefits LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR TEAM We are CVMC: We are Central Vermont Medical Center - YouTube To learn more about the RT Team: https://youtu.be/_DQZNnNtAxY?si=xPd2fOexAj0CAZ8h This is a bargaining union position. UVM Health Network - Central Vermont Medical Center is the largest employer in central Vermont, with over 1700 full and part-time staff. Together, with our network partners, we are investing in our community to keep care local and support jobs that keep our friends and family healthy. The University of Vermont Health Network - Central Vermont Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, terminate, discipline, transfer, recruit, advertise, compensate, and select for training will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of individual’s sex, gender identity or expression, ancestry, place of birth, HIV status, marital status, age, language, socioeconomic status, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status or obligation for service in the armed forces, or any other characteristic protected by law. EEO is the law.

Responsibilities

The job involves providing respiratory therapy services to patients. This includes assessing patient needs and implementing appropriate treatment plans.