Respiratory Therapist - Direct Hire - Flexible Shift - Middlebury, VT - Virtus Healthcare Staffing, LLC
Middlebury, VT 05753
About the Job
Job Title: Experienced Respiratory Therapist
Location: Middlebury, VT
Employment Type: Full-Time
Shifts Available:
- 1 Day Shift
- 2 Night Shifts
Shift Details: 12-hour shifts, typically 3 days a week, with rotating weekends and holidays.
Signing Bonus: $5,000 to $7,500 depending on experience
Relocation Package: Partial relocation assistance is available
About the Position: Virtus Healthcare Staffing is actively seeking an experienced Respiratory Therapist to join our partner's team at a community hospital in Middlebury, VT. This facility offers a diverse range of patients, providing a challenging and rewarding work environment. While there is no ICU, the Respiratory Therapist will play a crucial role in delivering quality care to a broad patient population.
Key Responsibilities:
- Administer respiratory therapy treatments and provide patient education.
- Collaborate with healthcare teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Monitor and document patient progress and adjust treatments as necessary.
- Maintain and operate respiratory equipment.
- Ensure compliance with hospital protocols and safety standards.
Qualifications:
- Associate degree from an AMA-approved program for Respiratory Care.
- Must obtain the State of Vermont Respiratory Therapy Licensure before the start date.
- Certified or Registered Respiratory Therapist or eligibility to take the NBRC written examination within one year of hire.
- Current BLS, ACLS, and NRP certifications are preferred.
- At least one year of experience working as a Respiratory Therapist in a hospital setting.
Why Join Us:
- Competitive signing bonus and partial relocation package.
- Opportunity to work in a community-focused hospital with a diverse patient population.
- Supportive and collaborative work environment.