Respiratory Therapist (RT) - University Medical Center
About The Position
Respiratory Therapists at UVA Health are essential clinical partners caring for patients with complex cardiopulmonary needs in a nationally recognized academic medical center. The role supports patients across acute, critical, and specialty care settings, working closely with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams. Respiratory Therapists evaluate, treat, and monitor patients with acute and chronic cardiopulmonary conditions to support stabilization, disease management, and recovery. The work is hands-on and dynamic, involving medically complex patients, changing conditions, emergent respiratory needs, and multidisciplinary care discussions. UVA Health is a Magnet-recognized academic medical center and Level 1 trauma center. The position offers exposure to high-acuity patients and collaboration with attending physicians, residents, fellows, and advanced practice providers. Therapists contribute to clinical decision-making and care planning, and the organization supports evidence-based practice, new respiratory technologies, research-informed care, and continuous improvement. Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.
Requirements
- Graduate of a CoARC-accredited respiratory therapy program.
- At least 12 months of acute/critical care Respiratory Therapy clinical experience.
- Active Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential.
- Licensed to practice as a Respiratory Therapist in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
- American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification.
- Active NBRC Specialty Credential (e.g., RRT-ACCS, RRT-NPS) expected within 2 years of hire.
Responsibilities
- Deliver respiratory care therapies and interventions in accordance with physician orders and evidence-based protocols.
- Assess patient respiratory status and adjust treatment approaches based on clinical presentation and response to therapy.
- Manage and monitor mechanical ventilation, oxygen delivery systems, and airway support devices.
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other care team members to develop and implement respiratory care plans.
- Provide patient and family education about respiratory conditions, therapies, and equipment.
- Document care accurately and consistently to support continuity, quality, and safety.
- Respond to changes in patient condition and support emergent respiratory needs.
- Contribute to multidisciplinary rounds and care discussions.
Benefits
- Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Generous paid time off.
- Retirement savings.
- Long-term and short-term disability.
- Health savings plans and flexible spending accounts.
- Certification and education support.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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