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Respiratory Therapist - Richmond, VA

VCU Health

#Interdisciplinary Team #ACLS #CPR #Team Leadership #Emergency Response #Patient Care #Healthcare #PALS #Patient Education

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The Respiratory Therapist II provides safe and effective respiratory care for various patient populations in accordance with clinical guidelines and hospital protocols. This position also serves as a resource and educator for patients, caregivers, and hospital staff.

Requirements summary

Candidates must be licensed as a Respiratory Therapist in Virginia and hold current certification from the National Board for Respiratory Care. A minimum of one year of experience is required, with a preference for two years.

bachelor degreeCommunicationAdaptabilityCPR CertificationTeam LeadershipProblem SolvingPatient EducationCustomer InteractionACLS CertificationRespiratory CarePhysical EnduranceVentilator ManagementPALS CertificationNRP CertificationClinical Practice GuidelinesCardiopulmonary AssessmentAirway Care

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**Up to $20,000 Sign On Bonus for offers accepted by June 30, 2026. Terms and Conditions apply*
We are hiring for positions ranging from NEW GRADS to RESPIRATORY THERAPIST 4, within the specialties of Adult/Pediatrics/Flight/Diagnostic where experience will determine qualification and locations may vary from main hospital to other sites. The Respiratory Therapist 2 learns, performs and completes assignments/responsibilities assigned during the transitional duty period. This position provides safe and effective respiratory care as an advanced Respiratory Therapist for neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult and/or geriatric populations in accordance with discipline training, Clinical Practice Guidelines, and hospital standards and protocols. This position serves as a respiratory care resource and educator for patients, caregivers, hospital staff and students. If applicable, this position functions as a shift team leader in the absence of the supervisor. Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: Licensed by the Commonwealth of Virginia as a Respiratory Therapist required Current certification or registry from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) as a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)
or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) required Current CPR certification as required by practice setting Current related credentials from the NBRC or National Asthma Educator Certification Board (NAECB) preferred Current ACLS and/or PALS preferred *On or after 1/1/2015, new hires must be current RRT. Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: Current license as a Respiratory Therapist by the Commonwealth of Virginia required Current CRT
or RRT required Current CPR certification as required by practice setting Current NRP certification as required by practice setting *On or after 1/1/2015, new hires must be current RRT. Experience REQUIRED: One (1) year of work experience as a Respiratory Therapist Experience PREFERRED: Two (2) years of work experience as a Respiratory Therapist Previous affiliation or work experience in a similar practice setting Education/training REQUIRED: Education, training and/or experience that has satisfied the eligibility requirements for the National Board for Respiratory Care (or its predecessor organizations) Education/training PREFERRED: Bachelor’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy from a Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) accredited program Independent action(s) required: Cardiopulmonary assessment and monitoring, including during emergency response; airway care; selecting appropriate ventilators and non-ordered ventilator parameters; consulting with physicians and interdisciplinary team members regarding the appropriateness of the patient care plan; and maintaining work areas in a clean and well stocked manner. Perform shift team leader role in the supervisor’s absence, if applicable. Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A Additional position

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