Respiratory Therapist, Casual

Respiratory TherapistIncludes callPer Diem

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Job Description

Perform independent professional respiratory care diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in an appropriate, safe and cost-effective manner. Support medical staff and other hospital staff in providing quality patient care.

Work Schedule: Casual; 8/12 hour night shifts

Required Qualifications

  • Graduate of a Respiratory Care program
  • Credentialed by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) as a: Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT), or a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
  • Licensed as a Respiratory Therapist in the State of MN
  • Current BLS – American Heart Association or BLS – American Red Cross (CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer & Health Care Provider)
  • ACLS certification required within 6 months of start date.
  • If working inpatient, NRP certification is required within 6 months of start date.
  • Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner license with the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (specific only to employees working in Wisconsin)
  • Minimum of one-year acute care experience

Preferred Qualifications

  • NICU experience

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

Perform independent professional respiratory care diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in a safe and cost-effective manner. Support medical staff and other hospital personnel in delivering quality patient care.

Requirements

Candidates must be a graduate of a Respiratory Care program and credentialed by the NBRC as a CRT or RRT, holding a current MN Respiratory Therapist license and BLS certification. ACLS and NRP certifications are required within six months of the start date if applicable, along with a minimum of one year of acute care experience.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Diagnostic Procedures

Respiratory Therapy Career Context

Of the 50 active Respiratory Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 60% have no call, 46% require no weekends.

Respiratory Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 2.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

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 contract/1099 Respiratory Therapist Jobs

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Salary Distribution18 jobs

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<$100k
9
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$115k-130k
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$130k-145k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks18 jobs

401k / retirement match
78% this job
Sign-on bonus
39%
Relocation assistance
11%
CME allowance
6%
PSLF eligible
6%

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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 3,803 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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