Respiratory Therapist

Mayo Clinic • Red Wing, MN

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About The Position

A respiratory therapist provides assessment, treatment, and monitoring of cardiopulmonary disease across the continuum of care. A respiratory therapist functions as part of an interdisciplinary team that coordinates and provides continuity of care in a financially responsible manner. A respiratory therapist is able to quickly and accurately assess a patient's condition and communicates effectively to the care team concerning changes in patient's condition, results of diagnostic studies, symptomatology, and response to treatment.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited school of Respiratory Therapy.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to function with initiative and independent judgment.
• Desire for continuous quality improvement.
• National Board for Respiratory Care entry level certification (CRT) prior to first day of employment.
• Valid permission (permanent or temporary permit) to practice with the licensing board in the state of hire prior to first day of employment.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist credential required upon hire or by the end of one year of employment.
• Basic Life Support certification required upon hire or within 90 days from date of hire.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or equivalent required upon hire or within 6 months from date of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy or healthcare related field.
• Previous hospital experience.
• Additional NBRC specialty credentials.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification where applicable.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment, treatment, and monitoring of cardiopulmonary disease.
• Function as part of an interdisciplinary team to coordinate and provide continuity of care.
• Quickly and accurately assess a patient's condition.
• Communicate effectively with the care team regarding changes in patient's condition.
• Report results of diagnostic studies, symptomatology, and response to treatment.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree