RESPIRATORY THERAPIST (NIGHTS)

UHS•Las Vegas, NV

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the delivery of respiratory therapy modalities and respiratory assessments to patients of all ages in non-critical care areas. May provide care in Adult Intensive Care Unit, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit under the guidance and support of a Respiratory Therapist II or higher. Performs responsibilities independently and without supervision except as necessary during orientation and/or training.

Requirements

Graduate of a CoARC-approved Respiratory Therapist program.
Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care/service appropriate to the age of the patients served on the assigned unit/department, and provide the care/service as described in the department policies and procedures.
Certification Registered Respiratory Therapist credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care.
Current State of Nevada Practitioner of Respiratory Care license.
State of Nevada. Blood Gas Technologist.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certified by the American Heart Association and ACLS within 90 days of hire.
Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care/service appropriate to the age of the patients served on the assigned unit/department.
For new blood gas license personnel applicants – you must apply within the first 14 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

Additional certifications may be required for certain facilities.

Benefits

A rewarding and engaging work environment
Market competitive compensation and generous paid time off
Time Off Benefit Opt Out Program in exchange for a 9% differential in pay
Educational and tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
Employee Referral Bonus opportunities
Career growth and development opportunities within the hospital and VHS
Comprehensive insurance benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug coverage, plus HSA savings account
Additional insurance options such as life insurance, dependent life insurance, supplemental life insurance, accident insurance and critical illness insurance
Voluntary benefits including Auto, Home, and Pet Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that offers resources for emotional health, everyday living, caregiving, personal well-being, legal and financial consultations and work-related issues available to all employees and their family members
Additional health and wellness benefits such as RethinkCare, Inflection, Sword Thrive, and Livongo
Adoption & Fertility Assistance programs
401k with company match
Discounted UHS stock purchase plan
Exclusive employee discounts on electronics, entertainment, health & wellness, and more