Registered Respiratory Therapist – EDRP Eligible

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Minneapolis (MN); Presencial; USD 65.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Respiratory Therapist with GS-05 to GS-11 qualifications. Candidates must meet basic requirements, hold RRT credential and state licensure, and demonstrate clinical competencies across arterial blood gases, oxygenation, and ventilation management.

The role includes performing respiratory therapies, consulting with physicians, and ensuring high-quality patient outcomes in a hospital setting under VA policies.

Formación

• Must meet US citizenship and English proficiency requirements.
• Requires completion of a CoARC-accredited respiratory care program.
• RRT credential and state license required; temporary RT appointment possible for candidates pursuing credentials.

Responsabilidades

• Perform therapeutic modalities related to respiratory care.
• Analyze physiological specimens including ABGs and capnography.
• Collaborate with physicians to develop care plans for patients.
• Assess oxygenation and ventilation and manage artificial airways.

Conocimientos

Respiratory care modalities

Arterial Blood Gases analysis

Oxygenation and ventilation assessment

Collaboration with physicians

Ventilation management

Educación

CoARC-accredited respiratory care program

MS in respiratory care (GS-09/11 level)

Descripción del empleo

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Respiratory Therapist with GS-05 to GS-11 qualifications. Candidates must meet basic requirements, hold RRT credential and state licensure, and demonstrate clinical competencies across arterial blood gases, oxygenation, and ventilation management.

The role includes performing respiratory therapies, consulting with physicians, and ensuring high-quality patient outcomes in a hospital setting under VA policies.