Respiratory Therapist - RT

Job 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:

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 Cardiac 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.

Apply now and embark on a rewarding journey with us!

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Pay Range
$33.91 - $50.41 / 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.

Union
USWA Technical Workers SMMC (UTECH)

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.