Find & Apply For Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Cambridge, Minnesota

Location Address:

701 Dellwood St S Cambridge, MN 55008-1920

Date Posted:

September 01, 2026

Department:

41005300

Respiratory Therapy Shift:

Day/Evening (United States of America)

Shift Length:

12 hour shift

Hours Per Week:

36

Union Contract:

Non-Union-NCT Weekend Rotation:

Every 3rd

Job Summary:

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.

Key Position Details:

0.9 FTE (72 hours per two-week pay period) 12-hour day/evening shifts Every 3rd weekend rotation Experience with Pulmonary Function Testing preferred Assesses, diagnoses and treats patients suffering from cardiopulmonary respiratory disorders. Under the direction of a physician, educates patients and staff regarding chronic and acute pulmonary disorders, provides consultative services to area hospitals/agencies, and provides technical and educational support to nurses regarding respiratory procedures. Coordinates the daily operations of the Respiratory Therapy Department. Principle Responsibilities Provides respiratory assessment and therapeutic intervention. Identifies opportunities to improve outcomes by utilization/recommendation of appropriate therapies or interventions. Applies knowledge of approved protocols and clinical indications to interventions and routinely applies protocols to progress patients appropriately. Communicates with the Nurse and Provider to assure exchange of essential information. Demonstrates competency with operation and troubleshooting of equipment used for therapy. Provides for safe/effective management and monitoring of mechanical ventilation. Provides mechanical ventilatory support to meet objectives identified by the provider and/or protocols. Demonstrates competency in operation and troubleshooting of ventilators. Identifies best mode of ventilation and opportunities to optimize patient-ventilator interface through use of respiratory mechanics and waveform analysis, makes recommendations to Provider as appropriate; including non-traditional modes and techniques. Assesses readiness to wean, recognizes failure to wean and documents findings. Manages airway appropriately to include positioning, securing, humidification selection and suctioning. Collaborates with nursing and providers to ensure respiratory goals are not in conflict with other aspects of patient care. Provides disease management education to patients and families. Recognizes opportunity to increase patient knowledge of disease management and/or coping skills. Reinforces positive patient behaviors and skills during treatment interactions. Possesses and shares knowledge of asthma self-management and COPD education. Educates patient on inhaler techniques, peak flow monitoring, asthma and COPD education to achieve patient compliance for self-administration. Educates patient on diaphragmatic and purse lip breathing techniques to alleviate dyspnea. Conducts diagnostic testing and analysis. Completes tests to assist in the medical management of the patient. Possesses clinical knowledge of interpretation of results and acts accordingly. Complies with policy and procedure as well as processing of report. Coordinates the daily operations of the Respiratory Therapy department. Assigns workloads and exercises good judgment in delegating patient care assignments. Follows staffing guidelines, delegates, prioritizes and triages as appropriate. Follows cancellation guidelines as appropriate. Assures that adequate staffing is available to meet patient care needs. Other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Associate's or Vocational degree from a Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) accredited Respiratory Care Program 2 to 5 years experience in a critical care setting 2 to 5 years experience as a Respiratory Therapist Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree from a CoARC accredited Respiratory Care Program Licenses/Certifications Licensed Respiratory Therapist

• MN Board of Medical Practice required As required by location of employment and Licensed Respiratory Therapist
• WI Dept of Safety & Professional Services required As required by location of employment and Must meet at least ONE of the requirements below: ◦ Current ACLS certification from the American Heart Association ◦ Current ALS certification from the American Red Cross ◦ Allina in-house ACLS training (within 60 days of hire) PALS
• Pediatric Advance Life Support
• Multisource required at sites providing pediatric care within 180 days and NRP
• Neonatal Resuscitation
• Multisource required at sites providing neonatal care within 180 days Credentialed by the National Board of Respiratory Care preferred Physical Demands Medium Work
• : Lifting weight up to 32 lbs. occasionally (
• Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), up to 25 lbs.

frequently

Pay Range Pay Range:

$40.08 to $54.93 per hour The pay described reflects the base hiring pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work. Benefit Summary Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That's why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members. Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey. We are focused on creating an inclusive workplace so everyone can see themselves as part of our care team. Our care teams are as diverse as the communities we serve and proud to be contributing to the mission of a leading health care organization. Our pioneering approach to well-being helps every member of our care team feel a deep sense of connection and joy in their work.

Benefits include:

Medical/Dental PTO/Time Away Retirement Savings Plans Life Insurance Short-term/Long-term Disability Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness) Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer

• Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.

People at Allina Health have a career of making a difference in the lives of the millions of patients we see each year at our 90+ clinics, 12 hospitals and through a wide variety of specialty care services in Minnesota and western Wisconsin. We're a not-for-profit organization committed to enriching your career by providing ongoing training, competitive compensation, support for work-life balance and ways to give back to the communities we serve. Join our team of 27,000+ employees

• your career opportunities are limitless!

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere for our employees, patients, and community. Allina Health is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and will make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Allina Health is an E-Verify Employer Allina Health complies with federal requirements to verify the employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Allina Health is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is an Internet-based system that compares information from each new employee's Form I-9 to records available from the Social Security Administration (SSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to confirm work authorization. An E-Verify case must be created no later than the third business day after the employee starts work for pay. All Forms I-9 must be completed and received by the Office of Human Resources accordingly. For more information, link to: Right to Work Poster (e-verify.gov)

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