Pediatric Respiratory Therapist - Neuro Diagnostics
Burlington, Vermont
The University of Vermont Medical Center

Job Opportunity: RRT Pediatrics (Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics)

Location: Burlington, Vermont
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 26 weeks

Job Description

• Inpatient Respiratory Therapist (RRT) role with weekend shifts as needed; no call required.
• Schedule flexibility is a must.
• Work settings include ICU/Adult Care, PICU/Pediatric Care, and NICU Level III.
• Many RT-driven protocols in place.
• Teaching hospital experience required.
• Epic electronic medical record experience within the past 2 years is required and non-negotiable.
• All specialties worked must be well documented on each employment entry.
• No block schedules allowed.
• Reliable personal or rental vehicle strongly recommended due to lack of public transportation.
• Vehicles should have all-season or snow tires from November through April.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) license in Vermont.
• Minimum of 1 year of Respiratory Therapist experience, including experience within the last year.
• Experience working with Adult patients and Pediatric patients, including Pediatric Respiratory Therapist experience.
• Current certifications: ACLS, BLS, PALS, and NRP.
• Experience with Epic electronic medical record system.

Certifications & Licenses

• BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA certified
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA certified
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) - AHA certified
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) - current upon submission
• State Respiratory Therapist license valid for Vermont

Additional Requirements

• Background check within 30 days of start, covering all locations lived/worked/schooled in past 7 years, updated annually.
• Education verification required based on job.
• National tech certification verification within 30 days of assignment start.
• Annual competency exams and medication/pharmacology competency as required.
• Color blind testing required.
• Physical exam within 12 months of start.
• N95 fit test required prior to assignment start and updated annually.
• Immunizations and health documents required:

  • Tdap within 10 years
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray if positive TB
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccination or positive titer
  • Varicella vaccination or positive titer
  • Hepatitis B series and titer or signed declination
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or exemption (medical/religious) required during flu season (Oct 1 - Mar 31)
  • COVID-19 vaccination or declination required
  • Pneumonia vaccination or declination required if working at NY facilities

Orientation & Onboarding

• Bi-weekly orientations on Mondays.
• Must complete EPIC and Cornerstone modules prior to start (approximately 8 hours, non-billable).
• All employment gaps over 90 days must be explained.
• Complete all required facility-specific documents and forms prior to start.

Work History & References

• 2 professional references verified from assignments within the last 3 years.
• 2-year verification of most recent clinical work history required.
• Skills checklist within 12 months required.
• Complete employment application required.

Important Notes

• Public transportation is not accessible; reliable transportation is essential.
• Vehicle must be equipped for winter conditions (Nov-Apr).
• Must comply with all facility policies including dress code, telephone usage, and safety protocols.
• COVID testing protocol on Day 1 of work may be required.
• Must maintain mask-wearing and social distancing as per facility guidelines.

This position is ideal for an experienced RRT with pediatric and neonatal ICU experience, who is comfortable working in a teaching hospital environment and has recent Epic EMR experience.