Licensed Respiratory Therapist and Cardiopulmonary Specialist

External candidates are eligible for a sign-on bonus!

Regions Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Therapist and Cardiopulmonary Specialist to join our collaborative team of professionals. In this role, you will partner with the patient care team to develop, modify, and implement respiratory care plans.

Regions Hospital is committed to improving health and well-being for our members, patients, and community. We live our values of excellence, compassion, partnership, and integrity, and as part of the HealthPartners care system, we offer integrated services, support, and opportunities for growth. Join our team and be a partner for good!

As a Respiratory Therapist, you will:

• Administer routine and specialized respiratory and critical care interventions for inpatient and outpatient populations.
• Collaborate with the patient care team to develop and adapt respiratory care plans for patients across all age groups, including neonates, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics.
• Perform diagnostic procedures as requested.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot respiratory and critical care equipment.

Schedule:

• FTE: 0.90 (36 hours/week)
• Shift: Nights
• Shift Length: 12-hour shifts

Required Qualifications

Education

• Associate degree or higher in Respiratory Therapy OR
• Graduation from a two year AMA approved Respiratory Care program OR
• Coursework and credentials (e.g., two year respiratory therapist program + CRT credential) qualifying the candidate for the NBRC registry exam.

Experience

Minimum of four years of experience, including:

• At least two years at Regions Hospital with documented competency in respiratory critical care.
• At least two years performing respiratory critical care duties in an acute care setting providing Hemodynamic services.
• Must work a minimum of 48 hours per pay period.
• Other experience as approved by Manager.

Licensure/Certification

• Licensed Respiratory Therapist (LRT) - Minnesota Board of Medical Practice
• BLS certification
• ACLS within one year of hire

Preferred Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Respiratory Therapy
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) within one year of hire

Licensure/Certification

• NRP Certification
• Adult Critical Care Specialty (ACCS)
• Fundamentals of Critical Care Support (FCCS)
• Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist (RPFT)