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Regions Hospital & RHSC
Saint Paul, Minnesota

Licensed Respiratory and Cardiopulmonary Therapist-Specialist

Respiratory TherapistPart-Time

Listed compensation

$38.58-$57.88/hr

The week · per this posting

Schedule not stated in this posting — no days, weekends, call or nights given.

Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.

Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

Regions Hospital Licensed Respiratory Therapist/Cardiopulmonary Specialist are group of collaborative professionals that work in partnership with the patient care team in the development, modification, and implementation of the respiratory care plan. This position is responsible for the clinical case management and care coordination of the trauma patient. Including:

Under the direction of the Respiratory Care Manager, our LRT/Cardiopulmonary Specialist will perform all requirements of an LRT in addition to:

  • Required advanced training, experience and certifications as described above.
  • Collaborates with the patient care team in the development, modification, and implementation of the respiratory care plan for neonates, pediatrics, adolescence, adults, and geriatric patients.
  • Administers routine and specialized respiratory and critical care interventions to inpatients and outpatient patients of Regions Hospital.
  • Performs specific diagnostic procedures as requested by the patient care team.
  • Maintains, operates, and troubleshoots respiratory and critical care equipment.

Work Schedule

FTE:.75 (30 hrs. weekly), 12 Hour nights.

Required Qualifications

Education

Associate Degree or higher in Respiratory Therapy and/or graduation from a two-year American Medical Association approved training program in Respiratory Care OR coursework and credentials (i. e., graduate of two-year respiratory therapist program plus CRT credential) which meet the qualifications for the registry exam of the National Board for Respiratory Care may substitute for the associate degree.

Experience: Minimum four years’ experience with at least two years’ experience at Regions Hospital with documented competency in performing respiratory critical care duties, plus the additional requirements listed below:

  • Minimum of two years performing respiratory critical duties in an acute care setting providing Hemodynamic services
  • Other as approved by Manager
  • Must work a minimum of 48 hours per pay period

Licensure/ Registration/ Certification

  • Must be RRT and Licensed as a Respiratory Therapist (LRT) with the State of Minnesota Board of Medical Practice.
  • BLS Certified
  • ACLS Certified

Preferred Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree or higher in Respiratory Therapy preferred

Licensure/ Registration/ Certification

  • Fundamentals of Critical Care Specialty (FCCS)
  • Adult Critical Care Specialty (ACCS)
  • Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT)/ Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist (RPFT) for clinic/PFT based staff
  • NRP certified (hospital-based CPS)
  • PALS (PFT CPS)

Benefits:: Regions Hospital offers a competitive benefits package (.5 FTE or greater) that includes medical insurance, dental insurance, 401K with match, disability insurance, fertility coverage and tuition reimbursement.

We offer an on-site employee fitness center, as well as on-site employee clinic to make it more convenient for our staff to get the care they need. We also have a Center for Employee Resilience that provides support and evidence-based practices to bring relief and build resiliency.

Regions Hospital is a qualified non-profit employer under the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. Regions is also proud to be a Beyond the Yellow Ribbon Company.

At HealthPartners we believe in the power of good – good deeds and good people working together. As part of our team, you’ll find an inclusive environment that encourages new ways of thinking, celebrates differences, and recognizes hard work.

We’re a nonprofit, integrated health care organization, providing health insurance in six states and high-quality care at more than 90 locations, including hospitals and clinics in Minnesota and Wisconsin. We bring together research and education through HealthPartners Institute, training medical professionals across the region and conducting innovative research that improve lives around the world.

At HealthPartners, everyone is welcome, included and valued. We’re working together to increase diversity and inclusion in our workplace, advance health equity in care and coverage, and partner with the community as advocates for change.

Benefits Designed to Support Your Total Health

As a HealthPartners colleague, we’re committed to nurturing your diverse talents, valuing your dedication, and supporting your work-life balance. We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to support every aspect of your life, including health, time off, retirement planning, and continuous learning opportunities. Our goal is to help you thrive physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially, so you can continue delivering exceptional care.

Join us in our mission to improve the health and well-being of our patients, members, and communities.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identify, status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Key Responsibilities

The therapist collaborates with the patient care team to develop and implement respiratory care plans for diverse patient populations. They are responsible for clinical case management, performing diagnostic procedures, and maintaining critical care equipment in an acute care setting.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an Associate degree or higher in Respiratory Therapy and possess RRT, LRT, BLS, and ACLS certifications. A minimum of four years of experience, including two years in an acute care setting providing hemodynamic services, is required.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Cardiopulmonary careTrauma patient careEquipment troubleshootingNeonatal carePediatric careGeriatric care

Mental Health Therapy Career Context

Of the 40 active Respiratory Therapist listings this role was benchmarked against, 57% have no call, 45% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Minnesota is 98.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 63.4% of Minnesota clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top Respiratory Therapist Jobs

40 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution27 jobs · 22 employers

8
<$90k
9
$90k-105k
7
$105k-120k
2
$120k-135k
1
$139k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks29 jobs · 22 employers

401k / retirement match
86% this job
Sign-on bonus
38%
Loan repayment
17% this job
PSLF eligible
10% this job
Relocation assistance
7%

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Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 3.0
Better work-life than 50% of Mental Health Therapy (Respiratory Therapy) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 36 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in St. Paul

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$299k
Typical market rent
$1,488/mo
Residents’ average commute
21 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
104.8
State income tax
Up to 9.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Regions Hospital & RHSC

Hospitals and Health Care
St. Paul, MN
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
401K with match
Disability insurance
Fertility coverage
Tuition reimbursement
On-site employee fitness center
On-site employee clinic