Job Description

Job Description:

If you're passionate about improving respiratory health and providing compassionate care, you will be a great fit for our Team!In this position you will provide respiratory care through patient assessment, planning, intervention, education, and evaluation. In addition, you will perform all general and critical care respiratory care procedures and diagnostics on patients ages infant through adult. These duties include but are not limited to: · Mechanical ventilation· Airway management· Critical care transport Arterial blood gas puncture· Medication delivery · Bronchial hygiene · Patient assessments and education.Would you prefer a more intimate environment while still being able to utilize your complete skill set? Detroit Lakes, as a community hospital, offers precisely that and more! With ample growth opportunities and supportive resources, you'll find a collaborative atmosphere across all departments, ensuring the delivery of optimal care to our patients.The hospital provides both inpatient and outpatient services and holds the distinction of being a Level III trauma center. Additionally, it is designated as an Acute Stroke Ready Hospital and features a dedicated NICU department.

Education Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

Graduate from an accredited respiratory care/therapy program.

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

Staff must obtain and maintain certification as a Registered Respiratory Therapist within 18 months of hire or transfer

Must hold state licensure in appropriate state of practice upon hire or have applied and are waiting for state licensure in appropriate state of practice to award licensure not to exceed 30 days from date of hire

Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certified within 1 month

For internal staff hired before June of 2019:

Must hold certification by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or a Certified Respiratory Therapists, or equivalent.

Apply now and embark on a rewarding journey with us!

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Job Location: St Marys Hospital - Detroit Lakes

Shift Rotation: Day/Night Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start/End: Varies/Varies

Hours Per Pay Period: Casual/PRN

Compensation Range: $34.21 - $51.32 / hour

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FTE: 0

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