Respiratory Therapist

Base Pay Range

$36.92/hr - $50.29/hr

This position is responsible for implementing Respiratory Care treatments, procedures and diagnostic testing according to physician’s orders and department policy/procedures.

• Provides and monitors the therapeutic administration of medical oxygen, aerosols, humidification and respiratory medications.
• Applies and monitors non‑invasive and invasive mechanical ventilatory support.
• Assists with cardiopulmonary resuscitation, maintenance of natural airways, and insertion and maintenance of artificial airways.
• Obtains physiological specimens and interprets physiological data.
• Suggests alternative therapies, alterations in therapy and changes in frequency of therapy to the physician when appropriate.
• Instructs patients and their families in techniques for the prevention, alleviation and rehabilitation of diseases associated with the respiratory system.
• Anticipates the patient’s respiratory needs post discharge and facilitates the transition to home or alternate care site.
• Documents patient data in accordance with policy and procedure requirements and processes billing.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Monthly outdate checks; returns to Pharmacy.
• Receives stock; fills Acu Dose daily and Insty Meds machine as necessary.

• Graduate of an AMA accredited Respiratory Care program.

• Ability to be sensitive to patient’s physical and psychological needs.
• Ability to meet and maintain the necessary background checks as aligned with position functions.
• Attention to detail.
• Knowledge of RT equipment.
• Ability to work in a team.
• Ability to communicate in the English language for effective written and verbal correspondence in order to complete job functions.

• Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).
• Licensed as a Respiratory Therapist by the Minnesota Board of Medical Practice.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification.

Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation such as requirements of the position, experience, education, knowledge, and skills along with location and internal equity. Pay listed does not include any shift, weekend, or other differentials.

Ridgeview strives to provide comprehensive and market competitive benefits to meet the needs of our employees and their families.  to view the benefits available.

Entry level

Full‑time

Health Care Provider

Hospitals and Health Care