Respiratory Therapist, Registered (Straight Weekends)

10000 Sanford; United States; On-site; USD 56,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign On bonus

Referral Bonuses

Competitive Compensation

Shift Differentials

Health Insurance

401K

PTO

Job summary

Sanford Health is seeking a compassionate Respiratory Therapist to support diverse patient populations across NICU, PICU, and adult ICU areas. The role includes assessing, monitoring, and aiding in treatment plans while rotating through various units.

Ideal candidates will have NBRC credentials (RRT), state licensure, BLS, and willingness to pursue specialty credentials. The position offers a sign-on bonus and weekend shift opportunities within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Degree in Respiratory Care from an accredited program is required.
• Minimum associate degree or NBRC-equivalent as defined by NBRC.
• Current Respiratory Therapy licensure in state of practice and/or multi-state privileges; RRT credentials.
• BLS certification; site 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.
• Provide diagnosis results and treatment suggestions based on analysis.
• Work across multiple clinical areas from general floors to critical care.

Skills

Patient assessment

Lung function testing

Computer literacy

Education

Associate degree in Respiratory Care

Tools

Respiratory equipment

Job description

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.

Work Shift: Varies (United States of America) Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36 Compensation: Starting Rate: $30.00 - $44.00 - *Sign on Bonus Available: $20,000/2 years* Union Position: No Department Details SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE! This position is 72 hours a pay period working straight weekend shifts. No call required! During orientation you will work in a variety of areas including NICU, PICU, and Adult ICU. You will then have the opportunity to pick your specialty and work in that specific area that interests you most. If there are openings in Tobacco Education, Pulmonary Function, and Transport you can work in these areas as well and pick one of these as your specialties instead. Come work in this family team environment! We are a Level II Trauma Center and looking for someone who has confidence in their skills, but who is also willing to help wherever they can. This department has opportunities for advancement and offers reimbursements on certification. Will hire new grads!

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.

Job Description

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:

• Sign On bonus options available!
• 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

We are looking for employees who want to GROW THE GOOD with us. It takes all of us to make a difference.

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 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to [e-mail].

The Sanford organization owns and manages multiple distinct brands, including Sanford Health, Marshfield Clinic, and Good Samaritan, as well as Lewis Drug, Sanford Health Equip, Solutions by Sanford, Great Shots, and Blue Rock Bar & Grill.

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. Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the organization has 53,000 employees and serves over 2 million patients and nearly 425,000 health plan members across the upper Midwest including South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Wyoming, Iowa, Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The integrated nonprofit health system includes a network of 56 hospitals, 288 clinic locations, 147 senior care communities, 4,000 physicians and advanced practice providers and nearly 1,500 active clinical trials and studies.

The organization’s transformational virtual care initiative brings patients closer to care with access to 78 specialties.

Learn more about Sanford Health’s commitment to shaping the future of rural health care across the lifespan at sanfordhealth.org or Sanford Health News.

Good Samaritan, one of the nation’s largest nonprofit providers of senior care and services, is committed to transforming the aging experience through innovation, compassion and personalized care.

As part of Sanford Health, an integrated nonprofit health system headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Good Samaritan serves 10,000 seniors and offers access to a full continuum of care, including 94 rehabilitation and skilled nursing centers, 56 assisted living and memory care facilities, 44 independent living locations and 37 home health and hospice agencies.

The senior care provider delivers services across the upper Midwest, with 70% of residents living in rural communities.

Learn more about Good Samaritan’s mission and commitment to delivering high quality senior care in rural America at good-sam.com.