Respiratory Therapist

Respiratory Therapist

Join Allina Health as a Respiratory Therapist, where you'll play a crucial role in our Respiratory Therapy team. Your expertise will be essential in addressing patient needs and facilitating a seamless healthcare experience. Your commitment and collaboration are key to delivering exceptional care at Allina Health.

Key Position Details:

• 0.75 FTE (60 hours per two-week pay period)
• 12-hour Night shifts
• Every 3rd weekend rotation

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.

Principle Responsibilities:

• Provides respiratory assessment and therapeutic intervention.
• Provides for safe/effective management and monitoring of all forms of mechanical ventilation.
• Provides disease management education to patients and families.
• Conducts diagnostic testing and analysis.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Associate's or Vocational degree from a Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) accredited Respiratory Care Program or
• 0 to 2 years in a critical care setting

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from a CoARC accredited Respiratory Care Program or other health science related program
• 0 to 2 years as a Respiratory Therapist

Licenses/Certifications:

• Licensed Respiratory Therapist - MN Board of Medical Practice required based on location of employment
• Licensed Respiratory Therapist - WI Dept of Safety & Professional Services required based on location of employment
• Must meet at least ONE of the requirements below:
  Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association Current BLS certification from the American Red Cross Allina in-house BLS training (within 30 days of hire)
• PEARS
  - Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition & Stabilization
  - Multisource required at sites providing pediatric care within 180 Days or
• PALS
  - Pediatric Advance Life Support
  - Multisource required at sites providing pediatric care within 180 Days
• NRP
  - Neonatal Resuscitation
  - Multisource required at sites providing neonatal care within 180 Days
• 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:

$39.54 to $53.04 per hour. The pay described reflects the base hourly 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.

Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.

In addition, Allina Health offers employee resources groups (ERGs) -- voluntary, employee-led groups that serve as a resource for members and organizations by fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace aligned with the organization's mission, values, goals, business practices, and objectives. Allina Health also engages employees in various community involvement and volunteering events.

Benefits include:

• Medical/Dental
• PTO/Time Away
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term/Long-term Disability
• Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
• Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
• Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer