Respiratory Therapist
UCHealth, Steamboat Springs, CO, United States
Location:
UCHealth Yampa Valley Medical Center - Steamboat Springs, CO
Department:
YVMC Respiratory
Work Schedule:
PRN, 0.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks)
Shift:
Flex
Pay:
$31.61 - $47.41 / hour. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience
This position is onsite and does not offer a hybrid or remote option.
Summary
Provides care for patients with respiratory disorders.
Responsibilities
Delivers and assesses response to ordered therapy per plan of care. Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate.
Evaluates respiratory care policies and procedures based on patient outcomes, current research, and best practices. Responds to codes and calls for emergent assistance.
Assesses patient condition and delivers appropriate treatment utilizing appropriate protocols.
Educates the patient and family about the patient's illness and provides information about community resources.
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a fast‑paced environment and take appropriate action.
Requirements
Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
Registered as a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
State licensure.
NRP, ACLS & PALS within 6 months of hire.
BLS through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer with card in-hand before start date. BLS or CPR card must be good through sixty days of hire.
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision coverage.
Access to 24/7 mental health and well‑being support for employees and dependents.
Discounted gym memberships and fitness resources.
Free Care.com membership.
Voluntary benefits such as accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal plan, identity theft protection, pet insurance, auto and home insurance, and employee discount programs.
Paid time off (PTO), paid family and medical leave (inclusive of Colorado FAMLI), leaves of absence.
Employer-provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage with buy‑up coverage options.
Employer-provided short‑term disability and long‑term disability with a buy‑up coverage option.
Retirement and Savings
403(b) plan with employer matching contribution.
Additional 457(b) plan may be available.
Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent day care; health savings account available when enrolled in high‑deductible (HD) medical plan.
Education and Career Growth
Access to academic degrees and certificate programs to promote professional and personal growth, including tuition coverage up to 100% for certain degrees and up to $10,000/year pre‑paid or $5,250/year tuition reimbursement for other programs.
Access to LinkedIn Learning and internal professional development opportunities.
Assistance navigating the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program and federal student loan forgiveness.
Eligibility for some programs is based on scheduled work hours.
Equal Employment Opportunity
UCHealth is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to making employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of the individual's race, color, national origin, language, culture, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, socioeconomic status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state, or local law. UCHealth does not discriminate against any qualified applicant with a disability as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations, when the do not impose an undue hardship on the organization.
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UCHealth Yampa Valley Medical Center - Steamboat Springs, CO
Department:
YVMC Respiratory
Work Schedule:
PRN, 0.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks)
Shift:
Flex
Pay:
$31.61 - $47.41 / hour. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience
This position is onsite and does not offer a hybrid or remote option.
Summary
Provides care for patients with respiratory disorders.
Responsibilities
Delivers and assesses response to ordered therapy per plan of care. Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate.
Evaluates respiratory care policies and procedures based on patient outcomes, current research, and best practices. Responds to codes and calls for emergent assistance.
Assesses patient condition and delivers appropriate treatment utilizing appropriate protocols.
Educates the patient and family about the patient's illness and provides information about community resources.
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a fast‑paced environment and take appropriate action.
Requirements
Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
Registered as a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
State licensure.
NRP, ACLS & PALS within 6 months of hire.
BLS through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer with card in-hand before start date. BLS or CPR card must be good through sixty days of hire.
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision coverage.
Access to 24/7 mental health and well‑being support for employees and dependents.
Discounted gym memberships and fitness resources.
Free Care.com membership.
Voluntary benefits such as accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal plan, identity theft protection, pet insurance, auto and home insurance, and employee discount programs.
Paid time off (PTO), paid family and medical leave (inclusive of Colorado FAMLI), leaves of absence.
Employer-provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage with buy‑up coverage options.
Employer-provided short‑term disability and long‑term disability with a buy‑up coverage option.
Retirement and Savings
403(b) plan with employer matching contribution.
Additional 457(b) plan may be available.
Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent day care; health savings account available when enrolled in high‑deductible (HD) medical plan.
Education and Career Growth
Access to academic degrees and certificate programs to promote professional and personal growth, including tuition coverage up to 100% for certain degrees and up to $10,000/year pre‑paid or $5,250/year tuition reimbursement for other programs.
Access to LinkedIn Learning and internal professional development opportunities.
Assistance navigating the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program and federal student loan forgiveness.
Eligibility for some programs is based on scheduled work hours.
Equal Employment Opportunity
UCHealth is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to making employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of the individual's race, color, national origin, language, culture, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, socioeconomic status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state, or local law. UCHealth does not discriminate against any qualified applicant with a disability as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations, when the do not impose an undue hardship on the organization.
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