Respiratory Therapist - RT

Job Description:
If you're passionate about improving respiratory health and providing compassionate care, you will be a great fit for our Team! In this position you will provide respiratory care through patient assessment, planning, intervention, education, and evaluation. In addition, you will perform 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. Would you prefer a more intimate environment while still being able to utilize your complete skill set? Detroit Lakes, as a community hospital, offers precisely that and more! With ample growth opportunities and supportive resources, you'll find a collaborative atmosphere across all departments, ensuring the delivery of optimal care to our patients. The hospital provides both inpatient and outpatient services and holds the distinction of being a Level III trauma center. Additionally, it is designated as an Acute Stroke Ready Hospital and features a dedicated NICU department.

Education Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

Graduate from an accredited respiratory care/therapy program.

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

Staff must obtain and maintain certification as a Registered Respiratory Therapist within 18 months of hire or transfer

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 Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certified within 1 month

For internal staff hired before June of 2019:

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

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Pay Range
$31.30 - $46.95 / hour

The approximate base compensation range is posted, but the actual offer will reflect our total compensation and benefits package. The offer will be determined by a number of factors including the selected candidate’s experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, FTE, as well as internal equity among our team.

Effective December 1, 2019: Job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a post-offer assessment, including a urine drug screen, immunization review, proof of required vaccinations, and background check. Essentia Health is committed to maintaining a work environment free from the influence of illegal drugs and alcohol.

Essentia Health EEO:
Essentia Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, sexual identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.