Respiratory Therapist New Graduates
Company: Children's Hospital Colorado
Location: Denver
Posted on: May 21, 2025
Job Description:
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LocationDenver;Aurora, Colorado;Broomfield
Full/Part Time
Regular/TemporaryRegular
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Why Work with Us?
A Front Row Seat to InnovationOur Respiratory Therapists provide
family-centered care as demonstrated by recognizing the patient,
family and/or designee as a full partner in providing compassionate
and coordinated care based on respect for patient's preferences,
values, and needs. They also assumes an active role in clinical
education of patients, families and staff; and functions as a role
model within respiratory and inter-professional teams, fostering
open communication, mutual respect, teamwork, and shared
decision-making to achieve quality patient care. This position is
eligible for relocation assistance, if relocating from 100 miles or
greater.New Graduates: $30.50/hr.Hours per week: Full time and part
time schedules available. Please choose your preference in the
questions below.Shift: There are a variety of shifts available for
this role. Please identify your preferences in the questions within
the application. Make an Impact Qualifications:New Graduates:
Education: Associate's degree in
Respiratory Therapy/ Care is required at the time of hire.
Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy/Care is
preferred.Certification(s): Credentialed as a Certified Respiratory
Therapist (CRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care
(NBRC)Credentialed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by
the NBRC within 12 weeks of hire.Basic Life Support (BLS) for
Healthcare Providers from the American Heart Association is
required at the time of hire. Certification in Pediatric Advanced
Life Support (PALS) is required within six months of
hire.Licensure(s): State of Colorado Department of Regulatory
Agencies (DORA) Respiratory Therapist license Job Highlights:
- Assesses and evaluates unit delivery
of patient and family centered care, incorporating the respiratory
process while providing developmentally appropriate, culturally
sensitive, evidence-based care within a defined clinic
environment.In an Ambulatory setting, performs all Respiratory
diagnostics to include but not limited to Pulmonary Function
Testing (spirometry, lung volumes, helium-dilution, DLCO),
Bronchoprovocation-Exercise Induced and Methacholine Challenges),
Impulse oscillometry, Bronchoscopy Assist, Respiratory
Education/care coordination.Role models and coaches patient and
family care needs through assessing changes in patient
outcomes/clinic needs in the provision of care, within scope of
practice.Identifies and works to removes barriers in order to
promote communication and advocacy of patient values, preferences
and expressed needs as part of implementation of care plan,
evaluation of care and assessment of patient/family learning needs
to the interdisciplinary team.Collaborates with the
interdisciplinary care team to coordinate individualized care and
education for patients/families.Follows departmental or
organizational practices and procedures that support effective
teamwork.
- Participates in safety and quality of care projects and
disseminates and incorporates into team setting New Graduates:
- Develops competencies and trains to function independently in
Medical/Surgical Areas.
- Utilizes and documents the respiratory process to provide
developmentally appropriate, culturally sensitive, evidence based
care.
- Identifies changes in patient outcomes in the provision of
care.
- Guides care by clinical care guidelines, policies, and
standards of care in at least one patient care unit.
- Elicits patient values, preferences and expressed needs as part
of implementation of care plan, evaluation of care and assessment
of patient.
- Initiates and coordinates individualized care and education for
patients/families across the continuum using an interdisciplinary
approach.
- Integrates best current evidence with clinical knowledge and
patient/family preferences and values for delivery of optimal
health care.
- Will participate in the Respiratory Fellowship Program (Adult
to Peds training) - Will be credited 13 CEUs. Total Rewards and
BenefitsComprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision insurance,
life and disability insurance, 403b employer match (retirement
savings), robust wellness program, and professional development
resources to help you advance and grow. Total Rewards package:
Children's Colorado offers an annual employee bonus program that
rewards eligible team members based on organizational performance.
If organizational goals are met for the year, the bonus is paid out
the following April. Loan Repayment: Children's Hospital Colorado
is a qualifying employer for the federal Public Service Loan
Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Here, it's differentAt Children's
Hospital Colorado, we know our stories are never ours and ours
alone. It takes all of us, every role, to deliver the best possible
care to each child and family we treat. That is why we build our
teams toward a foundation of equity in access, advancement and
opportunity. We know teams of individuals with different identities
and backgrounds can nurture creativity and innovation. We know we
can see, treat and heal children better when our team reflects the
diversity of our patient population. We strive to attract and
retain diverse talent because we know a truly inclusive and
equitable workforce will help us one day realize our most basic
calling: to heal every child who comes through our doors. It is an
ending we can only write together. Come write your story with us!
Kids are Incredibly Different Apply to Join our TeamChildren's
Hospital Colorado provides equal employment opportunities to all
employees and applicants for employment and prohibits
discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race,
color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status,
genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender
identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by
federal, state or local laws. Please note: If you require a
reasonable accommodation to assist you with the recruitment
process, reach out to ADA@childrenscolorado.org.It is our intention
that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that
selection decisions be based on job-related factors. We do not
discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national
origin, sex, age, disability, or any other status protected by law
or regulation. Be aware that none of the questions are intended to
imply illegal preferences or discrimination based on
non-job-related information.The position is expected to stay open
until the close date. Please submit your application as soon as
possible as the posting is subject to close at any time once a
sufficient pool of qualified applicants is obtained. Connect with
Us!Children's Hospital Colorado has defined and delivered pediatric
healthcare excellence for more than 100 years. We have been
Magnet-designated four times by the American Nurses Credentialing
Center and are consistently recognized among the nation's top 10
pediatric hospitals by U.S. News & World Report. A career at
Children's Colorado will challenge you, inspire you, and motivate
you to make a difference in the life of a child.
Equal Employment Opportunity
It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal
opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related
factors. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color,
religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other
status protected by law or regulation. Be aware that none of the
questions are intended to imply illegal preferences or
discrimination based on non-job-related information.The position is
expected to stay open until the posted close date. Please submit
your application as soon as possible as the posting is subject to
close at any time once a sufficient pool of qualified applicants is
obtained.Colorado Residents: In any materials you submit, you may
redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of
birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational
institution. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing
this information.
Salary InformationHourly Rate of Pay:
Benefits InformationAs a Children's Hospital Colorado team member,
you will receive a competitive pay and benefits package designed to
take care of your needs that includes base pay, incentives, paid
sick leave and a robust wellness program.
As part of our Total Rewards package, Children's Colorado offers an
annual employee bonus program that rewards eligible team members
based on organizational performance. If organizational goals are
met for the year, the bonus is paid out the following April.
Children's Colorado delivers annual base pay increases to eligible
team members based on their performance over the previous year.
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