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University of Vermont Health - Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital

Respiratory Therapist - PFT Clinic in Plattsburgh

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 6 days ago

Location: Plattsburgh, NY (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/15/2026

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What they do

A Respiratory Therapist assists patients who have trouble breathing because of a chronic respiratory illness, trauma, or other conditions. Administers tests to diagnose breathing problems, performs treatments to help patients breathe easier, or sets up breathing equipment such as ventilators. Works closely with physicians and other healthcare workers, and may also assist in providing emergency care to patients suffering from heart attacks, drowning, or shock. Works in hospitals; may also provide care and counseling to patients in their homes.

$81,182 / year median in New York

+16% projected growth

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Job Ref:

3174023867

Employer:

Network Company Name:

University of Vermont Health -

Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital Industry:

Healthcare other

Job Type:

Full Time State:

New York City:

Plattsburgh Zip Code:

12903

Post Date:

09/11/2026 Per the Collective Bargaining Agreement, current bargaining unit employees have priority consideration for this position if they apply within seven (7) days of the posting date. After this period, all applicants will be considered equally.

Primary Shift:

6:00am-4:30pm

Secondary Shifts:

7:00am-3:30pm, 7:30am-4:00pm & 8:00am-4:30pm

GENERAL SUMMARY

The Respiratory Therapist performs a variety of pulmonary diagnostic tests, including, but not limited to pulmonary function, arterial blood gas sampling & oximetery, FeNo testing. In addition to the diagnostic testing a significant component of the position is the coordination and processing of DSME needs for clinic patients. The RRT works independently in the CVPH Pulmonary clinic under the guidance of the pulmonary clinic physicians.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Skills Required:

1. Graduate of an approved Respiratory Program supported by the Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care or accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs required. 2. Credentialed by NBRC as a Registered Respiratory Therapist required. 3. New York State license as a Registered Respiratory Therapist or a Registry Eligible Certified Respiratory Technician and receive NYS licensure as a Respiratory Therapist within one year of hire date required. 4. BLS required and ACLS preferred. 5. Credentialed by NBRC as a Certified Pulmonary Technologist preferred. 6. Experience in home care and DME relevant processes preferred. As applicable, the individual has training/competency in attending to the special needs and/or behaviors appropriate to the age of patients for which care is being provided.