Respiratory Therapist - UMMC East Bank -.9 Night

Fairview is hiring a Respiratory Therapist to join our Respiratory Therapy team at our University of Minnesota Medical Center - East Bank location in Minneapolis, MN. We’re offering a $13,500 sign-on bonus!

Respiratory Therapy at UMMC East Bank is a dynamic, growing department with approximately 70 staff members. As part of a large, integrated, academic healthcare system, the Fairview Respiratory Therapist (RT) has a vigorous role in the care of our patients and is an integral member of the intra-professional team.

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.

Schedule

This position will be working 0.9 FTE (72 hours every two weeks). The shift length will be 12 hours on the night shift and will also work a rotation for every other or every third weekend.

Shift Differential Incentives

• $4.00/hr for nights
• $2.00/hr for 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.
• Using communication strategies to achieve desirable outcomes.
• 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 only - must complete RRT within 6 months of hire date.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Preferred Qualifications

• Education
• Bachelor’s Degree in Respiratory Care/Therapy or related field

Benefit Overview

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: fairview.org

Compensation Disclaimer

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 Statement

EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status