Respiratory Therapist, Registered (PRN)

Good Samaritan Society; Sioux Falls, Northern (SD, KY); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral Bonuses

Competitive Compensation

Salary Increases

Shift Differentials

Family atmosphere with friendly staff

Flexible shift options

Opportunities for advancement

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account

Paid Time Off

Company Matched 401K Retirement Plan

School Sponsorships

Job summary

Sanford Health in Sioux Falls, SD, is seeking a compassionate Respiratory Therapist for PRN roles across multiple clinical areas. You will assess patients, measure lung capacity, and provide diagnostic insights to guide treatments, while joining a large not-for-profit health system dedicated to rural health excellence.

Qualifications include NBRC RRT credential, state licensure, BLS, and required site credentials (NRP/ACLS/PALS).

Qualifications

• A degree in Respiratory Care from an accredited program is required; NBRC-defined associate degree or equivalent.
• Must have current Respiratory Therapy licensure in state(s) of practice and/or multi-state licensure.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credentials per NBRC are required and must be active.
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) is required; site-specific credentials such as NRP/ACLS/PALS may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients to prevent, detect, monitor and manage disease and complications.
• Measure patients' lung capacity to determine impairments.
• Offer diagnosis results and treatment suggestions based on analysis.
• Work across clinical areas from general floors to critical care.

Education

NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential

Respiratory Therapy licensure

BLS certification

NRP/ACLS/PALS credentials

Job description

Careers With Purpose

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America's heartland.

Facility: Central Patient Building
Location: Sioux Falls, SD
Address: 1305 W 18th St, Sioux Falls, SD 57117, USA
Shift: Varies
Job Schedule: PRN
Weekly Hours: Varies
Salary Range: $28.50 - $44.00

Job Summary

Respiratory Therapist are an integral part of the team of medical practitioners providing care to our patients. Come and join Sanford Health one of the largest and fastest growing not-for-profit health systems on our journey to be the premier rural health system in the United States! We're seeking a compassionate, patient, and problem-solving Respiratory Therapist who will take our breath away and give it back to our patients. What you will do:

• Assess patients to prevent, detect, monitor and manage disease and complications.
• Measure patient's lung capacity to determine if there are any impairments.
• Offer diagnosis results and treatment suggestions based on the analysis of the patient.
• We have the ability to work in several clinical areas ranging from general floors to critical care.

You Belong at Sanford:

• Referral Bonuses
• Competitive Compensation
• Salary Increases
• Shift Differentials
• Family atmosphere with friendly staff and providers
• Flexible shift options
• Opportunities for advancement
• Excellent Health, Dental and Vision Insurance options
• Health Savings Account
• Paid Time Off
• Company Matched 401K Retirement Plan
• School Sponsorships

Qualifications

A degree in Respiratory Care from an accredited respiratory care program is required; minimum associate degree or equivalent as defined by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).

Respiratory Therapists must have a thorough knowledge and understanding of all procedures, indications, contraindications and hazards involved in respiratory care, as well as knowledge of equipment utilized in their department. Demonstrates the ability and knowledge required to utilize computers for patient documentation and data gathering for quality care. Must complete orientations, competency validations, and other in-servicing as required by the department and hospital.

Must have current Respiratory Therapy licensure in state(s) of practice and/or possess multi-state licensure privileges as required by position.

Must have Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credentials as attained through the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) and maintain active status according to NBRC credentialing requirements.

Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) is required. Must obtain site-specific specialty credential(s) such as Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), etc.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [e-mail] .

Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0274706
Job Function: Allied Health
Featured: No