Respiratory Therapist

At Porter Medical Center we are improving the health of our community, one patient at a time.

Please note this is a full-time position on nights.

Job Description:

To plan, implement and perform Respiratory Care diagnostic and therapeutic regimes for the care of patients for whom services are indicated.

EDUCATION:

Associate's degree from AMA approved program for Respiratory Care.

Qualifications:

Certified or registered respiratory therapist or eligibility to take the NBRC written examination.

Vermont state licensure required as a respiratory care practitioner

ACLS certification preferred and NRP preferred.

Sign-on Bonus:

External candidates are eligible for a $5,000 or $10,000 sign-on bonus depending upon experience.  Bonus distributions are paid over 3 installments and are subject to applicable taxes.  Current employees of The University of Vermont Health Network are not eligible for this bonus. Additional terms and conditions apply.

Why Porter Medical Center?

Porter Medical Center is part of the UVM Health Network, a six-hospital network serving patients and their families in northern New York and Vermont.  It is a 25-bed hospital where you will know most of the employees.  The Respiratory Therapy team has diverse job responsibilities when it comes to patient care, including helping newborns to seniors. Porter is located in a small college town that is family friendly and close to many activities: the arts, music performances, restaurants, National Forest, downhill and cross-country ski centers and a 17-mile recreational loop around town.  The location is close to Burlington with access to an International Airport for ease of travel. Our employees work together to achieve the highest standards in providing top quality health care to our community.

Benefits:

http://www.uvmhealth.org/medcenter/health-careers/benefits

Learn more:

What is it like working here?  Porter Medical Center | Careers - The University of Vermont Health Network (uvmhealthnetworkcareers.org)