Respiratory Therapist ECMO Specialist

Respiratory Therapist

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones.

We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.

Key Position Details:

• .9 FTE (72 hours per two week schedule)
• 12-hour day and overnight shifts
• Every third weekend rotation
• Up to $7500 Starting Bonus

Job Description:

Assesses, diagnoses and treats patients suffering from cardiopulmonary respiratory disorders. Under the direction of a physician, educates patients and staff regarding chronic and acute pulmonary disorders, provides consultative services to area hospitals/agencies, and provides technical and educational support to nurses regarding respiratory procedures. Assemble, prime, maintain, monitor, and troubleshoot mechanical circulatory/ECMO equipment and circuits from set-up and throughout the management period.

They work in conjunction with the bedside nurse to ensure that the patient on mechanical circulatory/ECMO support has adequate oxygenation, perfusion, corrects for proper acid base balance and hemodynamic stability within ordered parameters, and maintains other parameters as ordered by the ECMO provider.

Principle Responsibilities

• Provides for safe/effective management and monitoring of all forms of mechanical ventilation, ECMO management, and critical care.
• Provides respiratory assessment and therapeutic intervention in acute care.
• Conducts diagnostic testing and analysis.
• Provides disease management education to patients and families.
• Practices at the level of an expert practitioner in respiratory therapy.

Required Qualifications

• Associates degree from a Commission on Accreditation Respiratory Care (CoARC) accredited Respiratory Care Program
• 3+ years experience in a critical care setting
• 3+ years experience as a Respiratory Therapist

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher from a CoARC accredited Respiratory Care Program, Perfusion, or other health science related program
• 3+ years experience as an ECMO specialist

Licenses/Certifications

• Licensed Respiratory Therapist-MN Board of Medical Practice required
• Registered Respiratory Therapist-Credentialed by the National Board of Respiratory Care required
• ACLS/BLS Tier 2-Multi-source ACLS/BLS Tier 2-Advanced Cardiac Life Support required
• NRP – Neonatal Resuscitation-Multi-source NRP – Neonatal Resuscitation preferred
• PALS – Pediatric Advance Life Support-Multi-source PALS – Pediatric Advance Life Support within 180 days of hire required
• Registered Respiratory Therapy – Adult Critical Care Specialty-Credentialed by the National Board of Respiratory Care preferred

Physical Demands

• Medium Work*:
  Lifting weight up to 32 lbs. occasionally (
  * Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), up to 25 lbs. frequently

Pay Range

Pay Range: $41.28 to $57.11 per hour

The pay described reflects the base hiring pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.

Benefit Summary

Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That's why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members.

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