Respiratory Therapist - New Graduate

Description

A great opportunity to join our Respiratory Therapy New Graduate Residency Program at University of CO Hospital with UCHealth! This program is a two-year program that includes monthly didactic lectures, hands-on workshops and bedside training. 

Eligible applicants are new grads with no previous respiratory therapy experience.

72 hours/pay period, rotating shifts.

Details regarding the new grad RT program:

• Eligible participants will go through a comprehensive interview and screening process.
• New Hires must receive their RRT certification and BLS and ACLS certifications prior to the start date..
• Selected candidates will sign a 2-year contract with UCHealth.
• Each program participant will be required to actively participate in a hospital or department committee.
• Preceptors, mentors and STAR council members will assist in the development of a STAR portfolio for Level II status.
• At the completion of the program, residents will present an evidence-based presentation to the program Advisory Board Committee and Respiratory Care Leadership Team
• The first 12 months will include a consistent and content rich series of lectures and workshops.

Responsibilities of Respiratory Therapist position:

• Delivers and assesses response to ordered therapy per plan of care. Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate.
• Evaluates respiratory care policies and procedures based on patient outcomes, current research, and best practices. Responds to codes and calls for emergent assistance.
• Assesses patient condition and delivers appropriate treatment utilizing appropriate protocols.
• Educates the patient and family about the patient's illness and provides information about community resources.
• Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action.

Requirements:

• Minimum Required Education: Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
• Required Licensure/Certification: Registered as a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). State licensure if required by law.
• No previous RT work experience.
• BLS and ACLS through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer with card in-hand before start date. BLS or CPR card must be good through sixty days of hire.

The pay rate for this position is: $29.54 / hour. An annual bonus may be paid to eligible employees based upon organizational and individual performance.

UCHealth offers a Five Year Incentive Bonus to recognize employee’s contributions to our success in quality, patient experience, organizational growth, financial goals, and tenure with UCHealth. The bonus accumulates annually each October and is paid out in October following completion of five years’ employment.

UCHealth offers their employees a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package:

• Full medical, dental and vision coverage
• Retirement plans to include pension plan and 403(b) matching
• Paid time off. Start your employment at UCHealth with PTO in your bank
• Employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buy-up coverage options
• Tuition and continuing education reimbursement
• Wellness benefits
• 5 year incentive bonus
• Full suite of voluntary benefits such as identity theft protection and pet insurance
• Education benefits for employees, including the opportunity to be eligible for 100% of tuition, books and fees paid for by UCHealth for specific educational degrees. Other programs may also qualify for up to $5,250 pre-paid by UCHealth or in the form of tuition reimbursement each calendar year

Loan Repayment:

UCHealth is a qualifying employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program!

UCHealth provides employees with free assistance navigating the PSLF program to submit their federal student loans for forgiveness through Savi.

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