Respiratory Therapist

Requisition Number: 512590

Why North Memorial Health

At North Memorial Health youre part of an inclusive health team that is rooted in our values: Advocate Courageously Rally Together Respect Uniqueness and Create Impact. Empathy and care are at the heart of Norths culture which is designed to actively support each team members wellbeing and growth. Our strength lies in our diversity and we embrace the unique contributions and experiences of each person. Together we empower patients to achieve their best health.

Our health system encompasses two hospital locations in Robbinsdale and Maple Grove as well as a network of 23 clinics which includes 13 primary clinics 6 specialty clinics 4 urgent care/urgency centers and emergency care offerings covering five counties. Our Robbinsdale Hospital established in 1954 is a 385-bed facility recognized as the top Level 1 Trauma center for 25 years as well as serving as a Level II pediatric trauma center. Our Maple Grove Hospital was established in 2009 is a 134-bed facility recognized as a top hospital in the state for Women and Children Care with a Level III NICU and is the largest Family Birth Center in the state (5000 deliveries per year and over 60000 babies delivered). Both have been named to the 2022 Fortune/Merative 100 Top Hospitals list 2023 Womens Choice Award Best Hospitals list.

Benefits the North Way!

As North Memorial Health is a non-profit organization you are eligible for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness program. Most part-time and all full-time positions are eligible for benefits.

• Health & Welfare Benefit Packages
• 401k Retirement Match or Pension Plan based on workgroup eligibility
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Plans
• Adoption Reimbursement up to $3000 per child
• Child Care Discount Program with New Horizon 10% off weekly childcare tuition
• Education/Tuition Reimbursement
• 24/7 Fitness Center Access for all benefit eligible team members

Commitment to Diversity Equity & Inclusion

At North Memorial Health we recognize that the strength of our team lies in our diversity and make every effort to embrace the unique contributions and experiences of each person on our team. We strive to ensure that everyone feels like they are a valuable part of our community with initiatives that reinforce our belief in diversity equity and inclusivity to promote a workforce that enables authenticity as we want to be our best when providing effective services to our patients. We acknowledge and celebrate the unique traditions backgrounds languages beliefs and customs of our community and want everyone to feel welcome. Through our DE&I initiatives we hope to dispel myths assumptions and acts of implicit bias.

About this position

Provides high performance technical expertise focused and specialized in life support measures code response and the care and diagnosis of both acute and chronic pulmonary disorders. Respiratory Therapists also provide a cross-divisional resource for clinical support and education in the Medical Center.

Provides for the administration of airway management mechanical ventilator application and management therapeutic respiratory care services oxygen and aerosol therapy limited diagnostic services near-patient testing (NPT) CPR customer transport customer education and other special services as provided in the department scope of services. These services may include newborn infant child adolescent adult and geriatric customer groups including acute and chronic care conditions.

Requirements

Education

Graduate of an approved JRCRTE/COARC respiratory care program

Experience

Training and experience in a medical acute care environment
Some positions may require experience in one or more of the following specialized areas:
o Diagnostics-PFT/Bronchoscopy
o Pulmonary/Rehab
o Equipment Specialist
o Charge

Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Demonstrates an ability to communicate effectively organize and prioritize assignments make decisions and exercise good judgment
Current RCP scope of practice at North Memorial for non-specific assignment.

Licensure/Certification

Current Minnesota RT License (Team members must meet all annual requirements for renewal including mandated CEUs)
Must be currently certified as a BLS provider
NMHC Standard
Must be currently certified as ACLS Provider (excludes therapists assigned to pulmonary rehab and equipment specialist).
NMHC Standard
Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)
NMHC Standard
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) must be obtained within one year of hire date if hired after January 1 2017 NMHC Standard
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) within 3 months of hire date (excludes therapists assigned to pulmonary rehab and equipment specialist). NMHC Standard
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within 3 months of hire date (excludes therapists assigned to pulmonary rehab and equipment specialist). NMHC Standard

The North Memorial Health System is dedicated to building a diverse inclusive and authentic workplace so if youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt perfectly align with every qualification listed we encourage you to apply anyway. You may still be the right candidate for this or other roles.

Work Group: Non Contract

Hourspertwoweekpayperiod: 48

Shift: Nights 8 hours

WeekendRequirement: Every Other Weekend

Call Requirement: None

Remote or On-site:On-site

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Benefit Eligibility: Health insurance benefits are available for this position. North Memorial Health offers multiple health plans based on work group eligibility.

Salary Range:Respiratory & RRT Therapists ($41.20 - $56.00) based on experience

Shift Differential: Compensation may include shift differential pay depending on the position and shift worked.

STI Bonus Eligible: False

Employment Sponsorship:Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position