Respiratory Therapist I or II - Nights
Company: University of Vermont Health - UVM Medical Center
Location: Burlington
Posted on: January 22, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Healthier Communities. Healthiest Lives.
Together. JOB DESCRIPTION: This position provides professional
respiratory care to patients in varying states of health and
illness by assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating the
plan of care. The Level I Therapist provides and oversees delivery
of patient care for adult ICU populations and all patients
requiring respiratory care in the general units, including adult,
pediatric, and cystic fibrosis patients. The therapist must be able
to physically respond quickly to any emergent situation and be able
to endure repetitive physical movement. This position requires the
ability to remain standing for the majority of the shift and serves
patients over a wide variety of areas. The therapist may be
expected to take Charge and/or work in the ED upon successful
completion of Charge and ED proficiencies. The therapist is
required to maintain proficiencies as defined by department
expectations in both adult ICUs and all general units. New hires
are required to complete proficiencies within one year of hire
date. EDUCATION: Graduate of an AMA approved program for
Respiratory Care. Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in
the State of Vermont. Registered Respiratory Therapist by the NBRC
within one year of hire date. Current ACLS, BLS & PALS. Bachelor’s
Degree preferred. SHIFT NOTE: Our shifts are for 12 hours and are
from 7:00 pm – 7:00 am. There are three shifts a week for a total
of 72 hours per pay period. Staff work every other weekend and
rotate holidays. SIGN-ON BONUS: External candidates are eligible
for a one-time sign on bonus of up to $10,000 depending upon years
of experience. - $5000 bonus for professionals with less than three
years of directly related experience or $10,000 bonus with three or
more years of directly related experience. Please note all bonuses
are subject to applicable taxes. Current University of Vermont
Health Network employees are not eligible. Other terms and
conditions apply. RELOCATION: Relocation package is available to
qualified applicants. Certain terms and conditions apply. WHY UVM
MEDICAL CENTER (UVMMC)? UVMMC is dedicated to our patients,
providing the highest quality care for patients and their families.
It is a mission that defines our culture, one of teamwork and
collaboration. Every employee, whether they work directly in
patient care or in a supporting role, has a hand in contributing to
the wellness of the patient and the community. BENEFITS: At UVMMC,
we support our employees as passionately as we care for our
patients. We offer a comprehensive, total compensation package that
includes salary, health and wellness benefits, paid time off, and
more. LEARN MORE: What is it like working here?
https://youtu.be/_DQZNnNtAxY?si=xPd2fOexAj0CAZ8h About Vermont:
https://youtu.be/Iea-SbthJ1E
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