Registered Respiratory Therapist – ECMO Specialist RRT 0331 AP#03
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Job Location:
Minneapolis, MN - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
23 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Title: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) ECMO Specialist
Specialty: Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics
Location: Minneapolis MN 55407
Shift: Night Shift (3 x 12.5-hour shifts 6:30 PM 7:00 AM)
Schedule: 3 days/week (37.5 hours)
Duration: 13 weeks
Charting System: Epic / Excellian
Position Summary
A healthcare facility is seeking an experienced Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) ECMO Specialist with strong critical care expertise. The ideal candidate will have hands-on ECMO experience and be confident managing high-acuity patients in a fast-paced clinical environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate and manage ECMO systems for critically ill patients
- Deliver advanced respiratory care in adult critical care settings
- Assist with airway management procedures including intubation and extubation
- Manage and troubleshoot ventilators (BiPAP CPAP SIMV)
- Administer respiratory medications and therapies
- Perform arterial punctures and interpret arterial blood gases (ABGs)
- Support procedures such as bronchoscopy and pulmonary hygiene
- Manage oxygen therapy systems including high-flow nasal cannula (HFNC)
- Assist with patient transport as needed
- Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with protocols
- Float within scope of practice as required
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years of RRT experience
- Minimum 1 year of ECMO Specialist experience (required)
- Experience in adult critical care settings
- Strong ventilator management and airway procedure skills
- Ability to work in a high-acuity fast-paced environment
Certifications Required
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
- BLS (Basic Life Support)
- PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
- Active state license (or pending at submission; must be active before start)
Additional Details
- Every other weekend required
- On-call responsibilities as needed
- Occasional rotation to day shifts possible (6:30 AM 7:00 PM)
- Local candidates accepted
- Up to 5 days of requested time off preferred
- Facility may cancel up to 3 shifts without penalty
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About Navitas Healthcare LLC: It is a certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.
Required Experience:
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