Respiratory Therapist - RT

Job DescriptionJob Description: Provides respiratory care through patient assessment, planning, intervention, education and evaluation. Performs all general and critical care respiratory care procedures and diagnostics on patients ages infant through adult. These duties include but are not limited to; mechanical ventilation, airway management, critical care transport, arterial blood gas puncture, medication delivery, bronchial hygiene, patient assessments and education.Education Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:Graduate from an accredited respiratory care/therapy program.

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

Must hold and maintain certification by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or a Certified Respiratory Therapist, or equivalent

Must hold state licensure in appropriate state of practice upon hire OR

have applied and are waiting for state licensure in appropriate state of practice to award licensure not to exceed 30 days from date of hire

Basic Cardia Life Support (BCLS) certification within 1 month of hire

Our Benefits are exceptional and Include:Generous Paid Personal Leave:

Ensuring you have time to refresh and recharge.401(k) Savings Plan:

Contribute to your future, with an annual matching contribution from Essentia Health.Insurance Protection:

Multiple options for life and disability coverage to keep you and your family safeguarded.Invest in Your Education:

Our tuition reimbursement program is designed to fuel your professional growth.Supporting Families:

Experience seamless adoption processes with our adoption assistance program.Thrive with Our Wellness Program:

Prioritizing your well-being in all aspects of life.Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO):

Because work-life balance matters.Celebrate More:

Enjoy extra time off during paid holidays and only occasional weekends worked.Comprehensive Health Coverage:

Choose from a variety of plans, including PPO and High Deductible healthcare options, complemented by dental insurance.

Are you ready to breathe life into your career? Join our team as a Respiratory Therapist and make a direct impact on the well-being of patients every day with Essentia Health excellent Respiratory Therapist Team!

Apply now and embark on a rewarding journey with us!

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Job Location:

Building B - St Marys Medical Center

Shift Rotation:

Day/Eve/Night Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start/End:

Varies/Varies

Hours Per Pay Period:

48

Compensation Range:

$34.84 - $51.80 / hour

Union:

USWA Technical Workers SMMC (UTECH)

FTE:

0.6

Weekends:

Yes

Call Obligations:Sign On Bonus: