Respiratory Therapist, Registered

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:
40 Compensation:
Salary Range: $30.00 - $44.00 - ***Sign-On Bonus Available: $20,000/ 2 years** Union Position:
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This position is 72-80 hours a pay period working shifts that vary between Days, Evenings, Nights and Weekends. Night and Weekend differential included! 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
The scope of work for a respiratory therapist includes assessment, therapeutic intervention and education for patients with cardiopulmonary disorders and/or sleep disorders or associated complications.

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

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 talent@sanfordhealth.org.