Respiratory Therapist Traveler

UCHealth•Fort Collins, CO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Respiratory Therapist practices in a technologically complex clinical setting, managing ventilator integration to adaptive pulmonary support and airway management across multiple levels of care. The role provides direct patient care and contributes to safety and quality at the point of care while working within a multidisciplinary team. Respiratory therapists are encouraged to pursue internal growth and promotional opportunities through clinical ladders and clinical or process-improvement projects at the unit, division, regional, or system level. This is a 13-week traveler assignment at UCHealth Poudre Valley Hospital in Fort Collins, Colorado. Local traveler contract options are available for candidates residing within 75 miles. The position is scheduled for 72 hours per two-week pay period on night shifts and pays $50.00 per hour, plus a travel package or stipend.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
At least one year of experience.
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential through the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
ACLS certification.
BLS certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross, with the card in hand before the start date; the card must remain valid through 60 days after hire.

Responsibilities

Provide direct patient care in a technologically complex clinical setting.
Manage ventilator integration to adaptive pulmonary support and airway management across multiple levels of care.
Contribute to patient safety and quality at the point of care.
Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to achieve exceptional outcomes.
Model proficiency by precepting those new to the role or UCHealth.
Participate in clinical and process-improvement projects at the unit, division, regional, or system level.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
24/7 mental health and well-being support for employees and dependents.
Discounted gym memberships and fitness resources.
Free Care.com membership.
Voluntary benefits including accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal plan, identity theft protection, pet insurance, auto and home insurance, and employee discount programs.
Limited time off (LTO), paid family and medical leave (including Colorado FAMLI), and leaves of absence.
Employer-provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage, with buy-up options.
Employer-provided short-term and long-term disability coverage, with buy-up options.
403(b) retirement plan with employer matching contribution.
Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent day care; health savings accounts are available with an eligible high-deductible medical plan.
Access to LinkedIn Learning courses and seminars and internal professional development opportunities.
Free assistance navigating the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program and submitting federal student loans for forgiveness.
Annual market reviews of UCHealth positions, with base pay adjustments as needed to remain market competitive.