GENERAL SUMMARY:Registered Respiratory Therapists deliver both routine and critical care services for the diagnosis and treatment of respiratory dysfunction, including, but not limited to oxygen and aerosol therapy, respiratory care treatments, pulmonary diagnostic procedures, airway management, ventilator management, patient assessment and cardiopulmonary resuscitation. The Registered Respiratory Therapist works independently in all areas of the hospital. They take an active role in planning departmental operations as needed.Registered Respiratory Therapists provide the practice of the profession of respiratory therapy, which is undertaken pursuant to the direction of a duly licensed physician. This is defined as the performance of Cardio-Pulmonary evaluation, respiratory therapy treatment techniques, and education of the patient, family and public. Registered respiratory therapists may supervise respiratory therapy technicians and respiratory students in the practice of the profession. They take a decision-making role in planning patient care assignments, developing department direction and overseeing operations with recommendations provided.QUALIFICATIONS / Education/Skills Required:1. Graduate of an approved Respiratory Program supported by the Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC), or accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Eudcation Programs (CAAHEP).2. Credentialed by the NBRC as a Registered Respiratory Therapist.3. New York State license as a Registered Respiratory Therapist or a Registry Eligible Certified Respiratory Technician and receive NYS license as a Respiratory Therapist within one year of hire date.4. BLS or ACLS required with ACLS certification within 12 months of hire. PALS preferred.5. Credentialed by NBRC as a Certified Pulmonary Technologist preferred.As applicable, the individual has training/competency in attending to the special needs and/or behaviors appropriate to the age of the patients for which care is being provided.

GENERAL SUMMARY:Registered Respiratory Therapists deliver both routine and critical care services for the diagnosis and treatment of respiratory dysfunction, including, but not limited to oxygen and aerosol therapy, respiratory care treatments, pulmonary diagnostic procedures, airway management, ventilator management, patient assessment and cardiopulmonary resuscitation. The Registered Respiratory Therapist works independently in all areas of the hospital. They take an active role in planning departmental operations as needed.Registered Respiratory Therapists provide the practice of the profession of respiratory therapy, which is undertaken pursuant to the direction of a duly licensed physician. This is defined as the performance of Cardio-Pulmonary evaluation, respiratory therapy treatment techniques, and education of the patient, family and public. Registered respiratory therapists may supervise respiratory therapy technicians and respiratory students in the practice of the profession. They take a decision-making role in planning patient care assignments, developing department direction and overseeing operations with recommendations provided.QUALIFICATIONS / Education/Skills Required:1. Graduate of an approved Respiratory Program supported by the Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC), or accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP).2. Credentialed by the NBRC as a Registered Respiratory Therapist.3. New York State license as a Registered Respiratory Therapist or a Registry Eligible Certified Respiratory Technician and receive NYS license as a Respiratory Therapist within one year of hire date.4. BLS or ACLS required with ACLS certification within 12 months of hire. PALS preferred.5. Credentialed by NBRC as a Certified Pulmonary Technologist preferred.As applicable, the individual has training/competency in attending to the special needs and/or behaviors appropriate to the age of the patients for which care is being provided.SIGN ON BONUS / STUDENT LOAN REIMBURSEMENT:We are offering to eligible candidates a $10,000 sign on bonus. Subject to applicable tax withholdings. In addition, there is up to $10,000 available over two years for student loan reimbursement for a 2-year commitment. Certain terms and conditions apply to both offerings.RELOCATION:Eligible candidates will receive a relocation package of up to $9,200. Additional terms and conditions apply.LEARN MORE: About the UVM Health Network: https://www.uvmhealth.org/about-uvm-health-network

At Porter Medical Center we are improving the health of our community, one patient at a time. Please note this is a full-time position on nights. Job Description:To plan, implement and perform Respiratory Care diagnostic and therapeutic regimes for the care of patients for whom services are indicated.EDUCATION:Associate's degree from AMA approved program for Respiratory Care.Qualifications:Certified or registered respiratory therapist or eligibility to take the NBRC written examination.Vermont state licensure required as a respiratory care practitionerACLS certification preferred and NRP preferred.Sign-on Bonus: External candidates are eligible for a $5,000 or $10,000 sign-on bonus depending upon experience. Bonus distributions are paid over 3 installments and are subject to applicable taxes. Current employees of The University of Vermont Health Network are not eligible for this bonus. Additional terms and conditions apply.Why Porter Medical Center Porter Medical Center is part of the UVM Health Network, a six-hospital network serving patients and their families in northern New York and Vermont. It is a 25-bed hospital where you will know most of the employees. The Respiratory Therapy team has diverse job responsibilities when it comes to patient care, including helping newborns to seniors. Porter is located in a small college town that is family friendly and close to many activities: the arts, music performances, restaurants, National Forest, downhill and cross-country ski centers and a 17-mile recreational loop around town. The location is close to Burlington with access to an International Airport for ease of travel.Our employees work together to achieve the highest standards in providing top quality health care to our community.Benefits:http://www.uvmhealth.org/medcenter/health-careers/benefitsLearn more:What is it like working here Porter Medical Center | Careers - The University of Vermont Health Network (uvmhealthnetworkcareers.org)