A Respiratory Therapist assists patients who have trouble breathing because of a chronic respiratory illness, trauma, or other conditions. Administers tests to diagnose breathing problems, performs treatments to help patients breathe easier, or sets up breathing equipment such as ventilators. Works closely with physicians and other healthcare workers, and may also assist in providing emergency care to patients suffering from heart attacks, drowning, or shock. Works in hospitals; may also provide care and counseling to patients in their homes.
Provides emergent, critical and restorative respiratory care through patient assessment, intervention, education and evaluation. Within the acute care inpatient hospital setting, performs all general and critical care respiratory care procedures and diagnostics on patients ages neonate through adult. These duties include but are not limited to; mechanical ventilation management, airway management, bronchoscopy assist, critical care transport, arterial blood gas puncture, medication delivery, bronchial hygiene, patient assessments and education.
Education Qualifications:
Educational Requirements:
Graduate from an accredited respiratory care/therapy program
Licensure/Certification Qualifications:
Certification/Licensure Requirements:
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 Employee Benefits at
Essentia Health:
At Essentia Health, we're committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.
Job Location:
Building B -
St Marys Medical Center Shift Rotation:
Day/Eve/Night Rotation (United States of America)
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