Respiratory Therapist - Emergency Department

Description Location: UCHealth Anschutz Inpatient Pavilion - Aurora, CO Department: Respiratory Care Main Work Schedule: Full Time, 72.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks) Shift: Nights Pay: $31.61 - $47.41 / hour. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience This position is an onsite role and does not offer a hybrid or remote option Career Ladder: UCHealth offers a structured way for you to grow your skills, responsibilities, and pay in this position. As you gain experience and expertise, you will have the opportunity to move through different levels of this career ladder. Minimum Requirements Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program. Registered as a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). State licensure. NRP obtained within 1 year if assigned to NICU; tracked on unit. PALS within 1 year if assigned to ED; tracked on unit. BLS through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer with a card in-hand before start date. BLS or CPR card must be good through sixty days of hire. Responsibilities Provides top of scope practice in a direct patient care environment utilizing respiratory therapy protocols and best practices to promote optimized care. Values and effectively partners with a multidisciplinary team to achieve exceptional care outcomes. Prioritizes wellness, a patient perspective and evidence-based practice. Models proficiency through precepting those new to healthcare and/or UCHealth. Welcomes new knowledge in a fast paced, innovative clinical environment. Contributes to secure safety and quality at the point of care. Practices in a technologically complex clinical setting managing ventilator integration to adaptive pulmonary support and airway management throughout multiple levels of care. Participates in clinical ladders that encourage internal growth and promotional opportunity through implantation of various clinical and process improvement projects at the unit, division, regional or system level. Benefits and Compensation Recognition: Performance bonus: a 3‑Year Incentive Bonus recognized for employee contributions to quality, patient experience, organizational growth, financial goals and tenure. Performance‑based pay increase: Annual Merit Pay Increase for work performance that meets or exceeds performance standards. Market reviews: Annual review of base pay to keep it competitive. Health and well‑being: Medical, dental and vision coverage; 24/7 mental health and well‑being support; gym membership discounts; Free Care.com membership; voluntary benefits including accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal plan, identity theft protection, pet insurance, auto and home insurance, employee discount programs. Time away from work: Paid Time Off (PTO), paid family and medical leave (including Colorado FAMLI), leaves of absence. New employees receive an initial PTO load with first paycheck. Employer-provided life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage with buy‑up options; short‑term and long‑term disability coverage with buy‑up options. Retirement and savings: 403(b) plan with employer matching contribution; additional 457(b) plan may be available; flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent day‑care; health savings account available with a high‑deductible plan. Education and career growth: Access to academic degrees and certificate programs; up to 100% tuition, books and fees paid for specific degrees; other programs may qualify for up to $10,000 / year pre‑paid or up to $5,250 / year tuition reimbursement; LinkedIn Learning access; assistance navigating the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. Equal Opportunity Employer UCHealth recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our institution. As an 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, color, national origin, language, culture, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, socioeconomic status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state or local law. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr UCHealth