Respiratory Therapist - Masonic - .75 Night

Fairview Health Services; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Night shift differential

Weekend differential

Job summary

Fairview Health Services in Minneapolis is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to join the Respiratory Therapy team at the Fairview Masonic Children’s Hospital.

The role involves 0.75 FTE (60 hours per two weeks) with a 12-hour night shift and a rotation every third weekend. Night and weekend differentials apply, and a generous sign-on bonus is available for qualified neonatal/pediatric experience.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Respiratory Care/Therapy is required.
• Respiratory Therapist License from Minnesota Board of Medical Practice.
• NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification; new graduates must complete RRT within 6 months.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient needs and determine expected outcomes.
• Implement respiratory interventions per care plan.
• Evaluate patient response to therapies and adjust as needed.
• Deliver care as delegated by physician to specified patient population.
• Communicate effectively with the care team to achieve desired outcomes.
• Operate and maintain all Respiratory Care equipment.

Skills

Patient assessment

Care plan implementation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Team communication

Education

Associate’s Degree in Respiratory Care/Therapy

Bachelor’s Degree in Respiratory Care/Therapy

Job description

Job Overview

Fairview is hiring a Respiratory Therapist to join our Respiratory Therapy team at our Fairview Masonic Children’s Hospital location in Minneapolis, MN .

We’re offering a $20,000 Sign-On Bonus (Flat rate / Not Prorated) for RT's with 2+ years of Neonatal/ Pediatric experience who are hired at our Children's Masonic Hospital location! If you do not have the experience listed, then you can also qualify for our $11,250 Sign-On Bonus!

The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for providing diagnostic and therapeutic services as prescribed by a physician. Follows defined treatment protocol according to department policies. Collects, assesses, interprets, and intervenes as appropriate in the care of neonatal, pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients. Ensures patient welfare and safety standards during treatments.

Schedule

This position will be working 0.75 FTE (60 hours every two weeks). The shift length will be 12 hours on the night shift. This position will also work a rotation for every third weekend.

Shift Differentials

• $4/hr Night
• $2/hr Weekends

About Our Team

• Respiratory Therapy at the U of M Masonic Children’s hospital is a dynamic, growing department with approximately 50 staff members.
• As part of a large, integrated, academic healthcare system, the Respiratory Therapist has an integral and dynamic role in the care of children.
• We believe families are the child's primary strength and support and our Respiratory Therapists are key partners in the care team who are committed to delivering family-centered care. At the University of Minnesota Masonic Children's Hospital, the child comes first.

As a Respiratory Therapist, you will be responsible for:

• Assessing patient needs and identifies expected outcomes.
• Implementing Respiratory interventions based on plan of care.
• Evaluating care and the patient’s response to interventions and expected outcomes.
• Delivering care as delegated by physician/authorized practitioner to assigned patient population, or individual patient.
• Using communication strategies to achieve desirable outcomes.
• Operating and maintaining all Respiratory Care equipment.

Required Qualifications

• Education
  • Associate’s Degree in Respiratory Care/Therapy or related field
• License/Certification/Registration
  • Respiratory Therapist License issued by the Minnesota Board of Medical Practice
  • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) issued by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
  • Exceptions include:
    • New Graduates only - must complete RRT within 6 months of hire date.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Preferred Qualifications

• Education
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Respiratory Care/Therapy or related field

Benefit Overview

Fairview offers a generous benefit package including but not limited to medical, dental, vision plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, PTO and Sick and Safe Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement, early access to earned wages, and more! Please follow this link for additional information: https://www.fairview.org/careers/benefits/noncontract

Compensation Disclaimer

An individual's pay rate within the posted range may be determined by various factors, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization prioritizes pay equity and considers internal team equity when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.

EEO Statement

EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status