Respiratory Therapist (Diagnostic Lab/Hyperbaric Medicine) - University Campus (80-100%)

Incentives Eligible for a $10,000 sign‑on incentive if all qualifications are met, including a minimum two‑year commitment. Current UI employees are not eligible. Eligible to receive an advanced respiratory care services differential up to $5,000 (prorated based on percentage). Responsibilities To be responsible for the delivery of respiratory care, including pulmonary endoscopy, pulmonary function testing, pulmonary exercise and metabolic testing, upper airway mechanics, discharge planning, patient education, medical gas therapy, medicated aerosol therapy, blood gas sampling, non‑invasive monitoring, patient assessments, aerosol therapy, and ventilator management. Staff member will be trained in hyperbaric medicine as an attending inside the multi‑place chamber. This position has on‑call assignments. Required Qualifications Graduate of a two‑ or four‑year AMA approved Respiratory Therapy program, or completion of the requirements to become registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). Obtain registry from the NBRC within six (6) months of hire if not already registered. Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner by the State of Iowa is required. Must possess a current CPR certification card. Must meet mandatory physical exam and a successful hyperbaric dive test. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Desired Qualifications Greater than one year of recent ICU level experience. Experience with an electronic medical record documentation system. Currently registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care. Hyperbaric Medicine experience. Certified Hyperbaric Technician (CHT). ACLS Certified. PALS Certified. Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT). Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist (RPFT). Benefits Fringe benefit package including paid vacation, holidays, sick leave, health, dental, life and disability insurance options. Two available retirement plans – TIAA/CREF and IPERS with up to 10% employer contributions. Additional 403(b) and 457(b) voluntary retirement options. Flexible Spending Accounts. Additional Information Classification Title: Respiratory Therapist Appointment Type: SEIU Schedule: Full‑time Work Modality Options: On Campus Compensation Pay Level: 5 Starting Salary Minimum: $57,071 Starting Salary Maximum: $89,937 Contact Information Organization: Healthcare Contact Name: Lu Wilford Contact Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr University of Iowa