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Respiratory Therapist Lead

UCHealth

Highlands Ranch, CO
1 day ago
$33.82 - $50.73

Job Description

Join UCHealth as a Lead Respiratory Therapist, providing advanced respiratory care and mentoring staff in a dynamic clinical environment. This full-time night shift role emphasizes evidence-based practices and patient wellness while offering competitive benefits and career growth opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide advanced respiratory care and manage ventilator and airway support
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams
  • Mentor new healthcare staff
  • Promote evidence-based practices and patient wellness
  • Utilize respiratory therapy protocols and best practices

Required Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program
  • Registered as a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
  • State licensure
  • 2 years of experience as a respiratory therapist
  • BLS certification
  • ACLS Healthcare Provider Certification within 1 year of hire
  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program
  • PALS Certification

Benefits & Perks

Medical, dental, and vision coverage403(b) with employer matching contributionsPaid time off (PTO)Employer-paid life and accidental death coverageShort and long-term disability coverageWellness benefitsEducation benefits including tuition reimbursementLoan repayment assistance through PSLF