Respiratory Therapist

NY United Health Services • Johnson City, NY

4d • $34 - $50 • Hybrid

About The Position

Join the United Health Services (UHS) Respiratory Therapy team that is leading the region in respiratory care and working for a system that empowers you to practice at the top of your license. Help to lead advancements that will improve the delivery of care and find limitless potential for personal and professional growth by ensuring RT services rendered are timely, accurate, and reliable. Those served include inpatients, outpatients, UHS staff and employees, as well as affiliated UHS community groups as needed, all working together to educate and care for our patients. UHS offers a potential for up to $15,000 Sign-on Bonus and relocation assistance. There is also a $20,000 Tuition Forgiveness for New Grads from an accredited school for Respiratory Therapy, with the ability to continue education. At UHS, you will be supported to make the right decisions for our patients as part of a comprehensive team that is equally dedicated to patient care. By focusing on Compassion, Trust, Respect, Teamwork, and Innovation, we can work together to deliver an elevated patient care experience. You will enjoy state-of-the-art equipment and advanced respiratory service capabilities, such as diagnostic GT-guided bronchoscopy. Working within a teaching facility will allow you to train with respiratory therapists and continue to further your knowledge. You will have the ability to help develop and advance patient-driven protocols. There are opportunities to train, work, or support our teams in our Level II Trauma, Level III NICU, ICU, or CVICU. If you are newly accepted into an accredited school for Respiratory Therapy and looking for educational incentives, please reach out to your recruiter for details on the potential to have 100% of all tuition and fees covered. Join us in making a difference in the lives of our patients and your own!

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited School for Respiratory Therapy
• New York State Respiratory Therapy Permit or License
• BLS/CPR Certification upon hire
• ACLS within three (3) months of hire

Nice To Haves

• One (1) year experience as a Respiratory Therapist

Responsibilities

• Deliver respiratory therapies including aerosol, MDI, incentive spirometry, and oxygen therapy across approved devices
• Perform secretion mobilization treatments such as CPT/Flutter, cough assist, and vest therapy
• Conduct airway management procedures including suctioning and extubation
• Execute therapist-driven protocols, including patient assessments and care adjustments
• Perform arterial puncture and blood gas analysis
• Manage non-invasive ventilation (BiPAP/CPAP) and associated alarms
• Monitor and manage high-flow nasal cannula and humidified oxygen therapy
• Oversee mechanical ventilation and ventilator alarm systems
• Perform pulmonary function screening, stress testing, and pulse oximetry
• Assist with bronchoscopy procedures and maintain equipment readiness
• Conduct EKG testing (adult and pediatric) and Holter monitor setup
• Provide CPR and life support for adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients
• Maintain accurate patient records in Epic Electronic Health Record Systems and document all treatments and results
• Manage medication administration processes, including MAR and Pyxis systems
• Verify physician orders prior to performing diagnostic and therapeutic procedures
• Clean and disinfect bronchoscopes according to infection control standards
• Ensure adherence to departmental policies, safety protocols, and delivery standards
• Maintain departmental records and documentation in compliance with policy
• Assist with staff education, in-service programs, and team training initiatives

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Discounted childcare through Bright Horizons
• Voluntary benefits like pet insurance, legal services, and identity theft protection
• PTO starts accruing from day one
• 403(b) retirement plan with company match
• Flexible spending accounts
• Access to financial advisors
• Up to $400/year in wellness rewards
• 24/7 EAP counseling
• Virtual mental health support
• Food pantry
• PTO donation program
• Professional attire through the Classy Closet
• Access to 100,000+ online courses
• Leadership programs
• Tuition reimbursement
• Clinical ladders
• Internal mobility
• Sign-on Bonus
• Relocation assistance
• Tuition Forgiveness

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree