Description Location: UCHealth Medical Center of the Rockies Main Hosp, US:CO:Loveland
Department: Respiratory Therapy
FTE: Full Time, 0.9, 72.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks)
Shift: Days
Pay: 45.00 per hour plus travel package/stipend
LOCAL Traveler contract options available for those who reside within 75 miles
13 week assignments available - extension options
Minimum Requirements:- Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program
- Registered as a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
- 1-year experience
- State licensure
- ACLS, NRP
- BLS - BLS through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer with card in-hand before start date.
At UCHealth, We Improve LivesJob Duties:- Delivers and assesses response to ordered therapy per plan of care. Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate.
- Evaluates respiratory care policies and procedures based on patient outcomes, current research, and best practices. Responds to codes and calls for emergent assistance.
- Assesses patient condition and delivers appropriate treatment utilizing appropriate protocols.
- Educates the patient and family about the patient's illness and provides information about community resources.
We improve lives. In big ways through learning, healing, and discovery. In small, personal ways through human connection. But in all ways, we improve lives.
UCHealth invests in its Workforce.
UCHealth offers their employees a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package:- Full medical, dental and vision coverage
- Retirement plans to include 403(b) matching
- Employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buy-up coverage options
- Wellness benefits
- Full suite of voluntary benefits such as identity theft protection and pet insurance
UCHealth always welcomes talent. This position will be open for a minimum of three days and until a top applicant is identified.
UCHealth recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our institution. As an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, UCHealth is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of the individual's race, creed, color, religion, gender, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, genetic information or veteran status. UCHealth does not discriminate against any "qualified applicant with a disability" as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations, when they do not impose an undue hardship on the organization.
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Respiratory Therapist Traveler at UCHealth summary:
The Respiratory Therapist Traveler position involves delivering and assessing respiratory therapy to patients, monitoring their conditions, and educating patients and families about their illnesses. This role requires a graduate from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program, state licensure, and experience in the field. The therapist will respond to emergencies, evaluate care protocols, and contribute to improving patient outcomes as part of UCHealth's commitment to quality care.
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