Respiratory Therapist II

Company: UNC Health Care
Location: Chapel Hill
Posted on: February 17, 2025

Job Description:

Description Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve.Position qualifies for our inpatient Respiratory Care Incentive Program:$15,000 commitment incentive with a three (3) year commitment. -This position is also eligible for up to $10,000 in relocation assistance (based on location) -Participation in our employee referral program ($3,000 referral bonus to employees who refer other Respiratory Therapists). - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -Introducing our Adult Respiratory Therapist Residency Program !!Launch Your Career at UNC! -Are you a new graduate ready to make a significant impact on the lives of acute and critical care patients? -Our six-month Adult Respiratory Therapist Residency Program is designed just for you! -Program Features: -Intensive Clinical Training: Immerse yourself in hands-on clinical experiences in diverse adults settings; including MICU,STCCU, CTCCU, ED and adult acute care. Expert Mentorship: Partner with experienced respiratory therapists who will guide you through your residency journey, providing support and insight. Expand Your Learning: -Comprehensive Learning: -Engage in classes and simulations covering essential topics such as cardiac, medical, and neurological critical care and operation of VDR, APRV and other advanced ventilatory modalities. Certification Courses: Take advantage of opportunities to prepare for your RRT certification. Interdisciplinary Collaborations: Engage with various healthcare professionals to develop holistic care approaches. -Who Should Apply: -

• Upcoming graduates with a degree in Respiratory Therapy -
• Passionate individuals eager to specialize in adult critical care
• Candidates committed to excellence in healthcare -Summary:Under the direction of department management and according to policies and procedures as defined in the Department Policy and Procedure Manuals, the Respiratory Therapist, Senior demonstrates an advanced level of knowledge in respiratory care and assigned patient care areas. The Respiratory Therapist II administers competent care of patients through airway management, mechanical ventilator management, oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy, respiratory care procedures and treatments designed to assess, prevent, stabilize or remedy patients respiratory dysfunction.Responsibilities:1. Administers standard Respiratory Care including but not limited to, aerosol medication delivery, basic bedside pulmonary function testing, breathing exercises, oxygen therapy, (Not inclued in Per DIem Job) and arterial punctures. Provides for all aspects of airway management including aspiration of established airways, tracheostomy care, tracheostomy tube changes, endotracheal intubations and extubations. May perform Pulmonary Function Testing as needed.2. May be required to be on-call days, nights, weekends and holidays.3. May -Perform all aspects of ventilator care to include, but not limited to setting up the ventilator and verifying function using specialized ventilator modes to manage the patients disease process. Provide for an appropriate monitoring of these patients and provide appropriate weaning techniques.4. Maintains and improves job knowledge and skills. Functions independently with minimal supervision. Serves as resource to other staff reflective of experience level.Other InformationOther information:Education Requirements:--- Graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.Licensure/Certification Requirements:--- Current certification as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) required. Note: Current teammates with active Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) certification by the NBRC and a minimum of 15 years of experience as a CRT and are ineligible for the RRT board exam with demonstrated proficiency in all aspects of respiratory care also qualify for this role. Dependent upon population served and regardless of if RRT or CRT, all teammates must have at least one of the following depending upon practice area: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - Adult Care , Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) - NICU, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - PICU/Rex, Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT), or advanced practice certificate to administer moderate sedation in Bronchoscopy Lab. All certifications must be maintained as required by the certifying body.Professional Experience Requirements:--- Two (2) years of experience as a Respiratory TherapistKnowledge/Skills/and Abilities Requirements:--- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret clinical information and technical procedures. Ability to document clinical information. Ability to effectively communicate information and respond to questions from patients, physicians, family members, and other staff. Mathematical Skills: Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. Reasoning Ability: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical situations.Job DetailsLegal Employer: STATEEntity: UNC Medical CenterOrganization Unit: Respiratory Therapy Work Type: Full TimeStandard Hours Per Week: 36.00Salary Range: -$30.73 - $44.18 per hour (Hiring Range)Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equityWork Assignment Type: OnsiteWork Schedule: VariableLocation of Job: US:NC:Chapel HillExempt From Overtime: Exempt: NoThis is a State position employed by UNC Health Care System with UNC Health benefits. If, however, you are presently an employee of another North Carolina agency and currently participate in TSERS or the ORP, you will be eligible to continue participating in those plans at UNC Health.Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.UNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as applicants and employees with disabilities. All interested applicants are invited to apply for career opportunities. Please email applicant.accommodations@unchealth.unc.edu if you need a reasonable accommodation to search and/or to apply for a career opportunity.

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