Respiratory Therapist

Winona Health; Winona (MN); On-site; USD 63,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off

Job summary

Winona Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to deliver comprehensive respiratory therapy across inpatient, outpatient, and long-term care settings. You will follow care plans and physician orders to provide essential respiratory support.

The role requires ventilator management, blood gas interpretation, and DBS in addition to ECGs, PFT testing, and patient education. A collaborative team player with commitment to quality care is preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's or Associate Degree through an accredited school of respiratory care.
• Requires NBRC certification and Minnesota State registration.
• Must obtain BLS, NRP, ACLS, and PALS within first year on the job.
• Competent in a wide range of respiratory therapy treatments and monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain respiratory care equipment, including ventilators.
• Interpret blood gases and adjust therapy accordingly.
• Perform tracheostomy care and ECGs.
• Conduct pulmonary function testing and EEG testing.
• Educate patients and families on respiratory care and medications.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Ventilator management

Blood gas interpretation

Tracheostomy care

ECG interpretation

Pulmonary function testing

Oxygen administration

Spirometry

Education

Bachelor's or Associate Degree in respiratory care

Tools

NBRC Certification

Minnesota State Registration

BLS

NRP

ACLS

PALS

Job description

Respiratory Therapist
Respiratory Care
0.00 FTE, Minimum of 1 Shift Per Month
Days/Nights, Hours between 6 am - 6 pm, 7:30 am - 7:30 pm, or 7 pm - 7 am
Weekends: Possible
Holidays: Possible
*Starting Pay Between $30.36 - $37.95 Based on Experience

Position Overview

The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for the performance of respiratory therapy and associated diagnostics to patients and residents in the inpatient, outpatient, and long-term care settings. Carries out the responsibilities and duties of a Respiratory Therapist and performs all modalities of respiratory therapy care common to the field, according to established plans of care and at the direction of the treating provider.

• Duties include maintaining knowledge in all equipment pertaining to respiratory care and the ability to operate them efficiently, ventilators included.
• Must be able to interpret blood gases and adjust therapy accordingly.
• Must be able to perform tracheostomy tube changes, and conduct electrocardiograms.
• Must be able to operate other clinical equipment in the care of patients. Care/equipment may include, but is not limited to: suction and pulmonary function testing.
• Maintains, cleans, calibrates, and assesses the proper function of all equipment in the department.
• Effectively educates and communicates with patients and their family members, concerns regarding their respiratory-related disease process, and the proper use of related equipment/medication.
• Participates in and supports continuous improvement initiatives.
• Other job duties as assigned.

Skills and Experience

Required:

• Requires a Bachelor's or Associate Degree through an accredited school of respiratory care
• Requires Registry by National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) and Minnesota State Registration
• Must obtain BLS, NRP, ACLS, and PALS certificate within first year in the position
• Must be competent in all respiratory therapy treatments including, but not limited to: nebulizer, ventilator use and maintenance, Acapella, ECG completion, pulmonary function testing, EEG testing, tracheotomy care, MDI use and instruction, spirometry, oxygen administration, and assessments

Preferred

• Previous respiratory care experience is preferred, but not required

Summary of Benefits at Winona Health

At Winona Health, we are dedicated to offering a comprehensive and affordable benefits package for our employees and their families. While benefits may vary based on employment classification and job status, the following key benefits are available:

Health Insurance: Options for medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as mental health support and wellness incentives
Income Protection: Short and long-term disability, plus additional benefits like accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, legal assistance, and identity protection plans
Retirement Planning: Access to a 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions once eligibility requirements are met
Work/Life Balance: Flexible scheduling, paid time off, and earned sick time to support personal well-being
Education & Development: Paid training, tuition reimbursement, scholarships, and sponsored seminars to foster both personal and professional growth
Employee Discounts: Special offers with local businesses, including the YMCA and cell phone providers

For more details or specific information, visit our website or contact Human Resources

Internal Applicant Policy

It is the policy of Winona Health to work with employees in an equitable fashion regarding promotions, transfers, and position reclassifications.
Any employee wishing to apply for another available position at Winona Health must submit an application for consideration through the internal application portal. Employees requesting to change positions should have successfully completed at least six (6) months in their current position. Employees currently in the formal disciplinary process may be required to meet with the Director of Human Resources to determine eligibility to request transfer. The employee’s past performance, experience, training and qualifications will be considered in transfer/hiring decisions. Consideration for transfer or promotion is not a guarantee of transfer or promotion. Employees may be given a chance to interview for a position when they meet the minimum position qualifications.

Disclaimer

Winona Health is an equal opportunity employer. Winona Health does not refuse to hire, discharge, or discriminate against a person with respect to tenure, compensation, terms, upgrading, conditions, facilities, or privileges of employment because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, membership in a local discrimination commission, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other prohibited basis of discrimination under applicable local, state, or federal law. Winona Health does not tolerate retaliation against any employee, patient/resident, physician, or other individuals pursuing concerns regarding Civil Rights issues. Winona Health adheres to ALL pertinent governmental policies and legislation including the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title VII, as amended, and the Minnesota Human Rights Act.

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