Respiratory Therapist - Masonic - Casual

Ebenezer; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Minneapolis is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to join their dynamic team. This role involves assessing patient needs, delivering respiratory interventions, and ensuring patients' safety during treatments. The ideal candidate will have an Associate’s Degree in Respiratory Care, a valid license from the Minnesota Board, and BLS certification. This position is casual with a competitive pay rate of $49/hr and comes with a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Life insurance

PTO and Sick Leave

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement benefits

Qualifications

• Must possess a Respiratory Therapist License issued by the Minnesota Board.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) from NBRC or new graduates to complete within 6 months.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient needs and identify expected outcomes.
• Deliver care based on physician’s delegated tasks.
• Operate and maintain Respiratory Care equipment.

Skills

Assessing patient needs

Implementing interventions

Evaluating care

Operating respiratory equipment

Education

Associate’s Degree in Respiratory Care/Therapy or related field

Bachelor’s Degree in Respiratory Care/Therapy or related field (preferred)

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.

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/Pay

This position is a Casual role and has a flat wage of $49/hr.

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.

Apply today to join our 34,000+ employees and 5,000+ system providers working to build lasting relationships with the people we serve: our patients, our communities, and each other.

Responsibilities

• 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

This position provides one flat hourly rate, with regular reviews to ensure competitiveness with themarket. 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$49.00 / Flat Rate