Respiratory Therapist Pulmonary
Company: Rutland Regional Medical Center
Location: Rutland
Posted on: January 28, 2026
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Job Description:
Respiratory Therapist Pulmonary Provides respiratory care to
patients in varying states of health and illness by assessment,
planning, implementation, and evaluation of the respiratory plan of
care. Makes knowledgeable assessments of outpatients in clinic,
testing, pulmonary rehab, and inpatient consults as needed.
Performs pulmonary therapy care according to established policy and
procedure in assigned areas including pulmonary function testing
(PFT), pulmonary rehab, and respiratory patient education. The
Respiratory Therapist functions as an essential member of the
multidisciplinary healthcare team, providing direct patient care,
instruction, and education. Minimum Education - Graduate of an
Associate Degree Level CoARC accredited educational program for
Respiratory Therapy. Minimum Work Experience - 2 Years Prior
experience. Required Licenses/Certifications - Registration as a
Respiratory Therapist (RRT). - Current VT State license. - BLS
Certification through American Heart Association. - ACLS preferred
or plan to acquire within one (1) year. - CPFT preferred or plan to
acquire within twoe (2) year. - Certified Asthma Educator preferred
or plan to acquire within two (2) years. Required Skills, Knowledge
and Abilities - Knowledge of respiratory care assessment and
mechanical ventilation management. - Working Knowledge of
Respiratory Equipment - Able to provide expert level of direct
clinical care. - Ability to apply critical thinking to all aspects
of patient care. - Conflict resolution skills. - Completion of
clinical competencies and other required competencies. - Basic
Microsoft Windows desktop application and navigation skills. Pay
Range: $28.34 - $42.03 PM24 PIaf5460955189-37156-35405606
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