Fairview Health Services·Minneapolis, Minnesota
The Respiratory Therapist provides diagnostic and therapeutic services for neonatal, pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients across various hospital locations. They are responsible for implementing care plans, operating respiratory equipment, and evaluating patient responses to interventions.
Fairview is hiring a Respiratory Therapist to join our Respiratory Therapy Float Team.
Locations include University of MN Medical Center: East and West Bank Hospitals, Southdale Hospital, Ridges Hospital, Northland Medical Center, Lakes Medical Center, St John's Hospital, and Woodwinds Hospital.
The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for providing diagnostic and therapeutic services as prescribed by a physician.
Follows defined treatment protocol according to department policies.
Collects, assesses, interprets, and intervenes as appropriate in the care of neonatal, pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients.
Ensures patient welfare and safety standards during treatments.
When taking an assingment it could be up to 36 hours per week, 8-12 hour shifts.
Shift
Differentials: - $4/hr. Night - $2/hr. Weekends Apply today to join our 34,000+ employees and 5,000+ system providers working to build lasting relationships with the people we serve: our patients, our communities, and each other.
As a
Respiratory
Therapist, you will be responsible for: Assessing patient needs and identifies expected outcomes. Implementing Respiratory interventions based on plan of care. Evaluating care and the patient’s response to interventions and expected outcomes. Delivering care as delegated by physician/authorized practitioner to assigned patient population, or individual patient. Operating and maintaining all Respiratory Care equipment Required Qualifications Education Associate’s Degree in Respiratory Care/Therapy or related field License/Certification/Registration Respiratory Therapist License issued by the Minnesota Board of Medical Practice Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) issued by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
Exceptions include: New Graduates must complete their Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) issued by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) within 6 months of hire. Those with Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) issued by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) must have 3 or more years of respiratory therapist experience in a clinical setting. Respiratory Therapists working at M Health Fairview Facilities - supplemented by defined contract staffing agency – temporary. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification Additional Requirements (must be obtained and maintained) Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification within 6 months of hire Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) within 6 months of hire
Education Bachelor’s Degree in Respiratory Care/Therapy or related field Experience 3 years of Respiratory Therapy experience in a clinical setting 3 years of NICU and/or PICU experience in a clinical setting
Fairview offers a generous benefit package including but not limited to medical, dental, vision plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, PTO and Sick and Safe Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement, early access to earned wages, and more! Please follow this link foradditional information: https://www.fairview.org/careers/benefits/noncontract
An individual's pay rate within the posted range may be determined by various factors, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization prioritizes pay equity and considers internal team equity when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.
EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status
Candidates must have an Associate's Degree in Respiratory Care and a valid Minnesota Respiratory Therapist license and RRT certification. BLS is required, with ACLS and NRP certifications to be obtained within six months of hire.
Market context
Minnesota healthcare employers commonly seek respiratory therapists for inpatient, critical care, and coverage needs, and float assignments can be especially useful where staffing varies by unit or location. This role is competitive because it requires an associate’s degree, Minnesota licensure, RRT, and timely follow-through on BLS, ACLS, and NRP requirements. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your license status and certification timeline before applying.
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