Respiratory Therapist

Respiratory TherapistIncludes weekendsPer Diem

Listed compensation

$45.25-$52.89/hr

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Job Description

Job Details:

Level: Experienced, Job Location: Main Campus - Crosby, MN, Position Type: Professional/Administrative Casual, Education Level: Not Specified, Salary Range: $45.25 - $52.89Hourly, Job Shift: 12-hour Varied Shift, Job Category: Casual - 1 weekend per month, Breathe life into your career with vital respiratory care.

Join Our Team at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center At Cuyuna Regional Medical Center (CRMC), we're more than just a healthcare organization - we're a community dedicated to making a meaningful impact.

For more than 60 years, we've been providing compassionate, high-quality care in the Greater Brainerd Lakes Area and beyond. Our team is driven by a shared commitment to excellence, innovation, and putting people first - both our patients and our employees.

Whether you're on the front lines of patient care or supporting operations behind the scenes, you'll find a culture of collaboration, growth, and respect. If you're looking for a career where your work truly matters, we invite you to join us at CRMC and be part of something bigger.

A Day in the Life of a Respiratory Therapist Respiratory Therapists at our facility assess and treat a wide range of respiratory conditions, tailoring care to each patient's specific needs from newborns to the elderly.

Using the latest medical technologies, they administer therapies such as oxygen, medications, and ventilatory support, adhering to strict safety and hospital protocols.

Collaboration is key; therapists work closely with an interdisciplinary team, including physicians and nurses, to integrate and optimize patient care plans. They are adept at functioning autonomously in high-pressure environments, making critical decisions quickly and accurately.

Routine responsibilities include thorough documentation of treatments and outcomes, participating in clinical rounds, and engaging in ongoing education and support for patients and their families.

About the Respiratory Therapy Department Because Every Breath Counts At Cuyuna Regional Medical Center's Respiratory Therapy Department, we are dedicated to helping patients breathe easier, recover more quickly, and manage chronic lung conditions with exceptional care.

Whether providing emergency airway management or long-term treatment for conditions like COPD, asthma, and other respiratory disorders, our team offers life-saving support in both critical and routine care environments.

Our unique approach at CRMC includes therapist-driven protocols, cardiac monitoring (such as Holters and event monitors), and EEGs, setting us apart from other respiratory therapy programs.

Our specialists are highly trained in ventilator management, advanced airway procedures, oxygen therapy, and pulmonary diagnostics—ensuring timely and accurate interventions to optimize patient care.

If you're ready to become an expert that both patients and clinical staff can depend on, join our Respiratory Therapy team at CRMC. Together, we make every breath count. Ideal Candidate (What will make you a great fit!)

Strong problem-solving skills Excellent communication abilities Ability to work under pressure Team collaboration and leadership skills Detail-oriented Compassionate and patient-focused Qualifications: Education and Experience Required American Heart Association Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within 4 months of hire American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire Able to provide a copy of the highest diploma or degree attained A degree in Respiratory Care from an accredited respiratory care program (Associate degree or equivalent as defined by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)) Current Respiratory Therapy licensure in Minnesota Preferred RRT credential Compensation and

Benefits

The pay range listed above is the estimated starting pay range for this role. Actual pay rate offered depends on many factors including each individual employee's experience level, preferred education/certifications, along with market conditions.

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, financial security, and overall well-being of our employees.

Eligible employees receive medical insurance, dental insurance, and vision insurance, health savings accounts, life insurance, and employer contributions to a 401(k) retirement plan.

Additional benefits include paid time off, participation in 401(k) and 457(b) plans, educational assistance and reimbursement, an employee assistance program, work-life balance support, gym membership and other discounts, and employee recognition programs.

A full job description is provided when an interview is scheduled. If needed, you may request a copy earlier by emailing us at careers@cuyunamed.org. CRMC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer (M/F/Disability/Veteran).

If you need an accommodation during the application process, please call 218-546-4415 or email careers@cuyunamed.org for assistance.

Key Responsibilities

Respiratory therapists assess and treat a wide range of respiratory conditions for patients of all ages using advanced medical technologies. They collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to optimize patient care plans and provide life-saving support in both critical and routine environments.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a degree in Respiratory Care from an accredited program and possess current Minnesota licensure. Required certifications include ACLS, NRP, PALS, and BLS from the American Heart Association.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

BLS (preferred)ACLS (preferred)PALS (preferred)NRP (preferred)

Key Skills

Patient assessmentEEGCritical thinkingInterdisciplinary collaborationPatient educationSafety protocols

Respiratory Therapy Career Context

Of the 41 active Respiratory Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 54% have no call, 49% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Minnesota is 98.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$102k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $104k in an average-cost state. 63.4% of Minnesota clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks27 jobs

401k / retirement match
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Sign-on bonus
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Relocation assistance
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PSLF eligible
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Loan repayment
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Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 3.0
Better work-life than 50% of Respiratory Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,921 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Includes weekends

Living in Crosby

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$219k
Median resident rent
$849/mo
Residents’ average commute
22 min
State income tax
Up to 9.8%
Sources & methodology

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

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

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About Cuyuna Regional Medical Center

Hospitals and Health Care
Crosby, MN
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account
Life Insurance
401(k) with Employer Contributions
Paid Time Off
457(b) Plan