Respiratory Therapist

Winona Health • Winona, MN

20d

About The Position

The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for the performance of respiratory therapy and associated diagnostics to patients and residents in the inpatient, outpatient, and long-term care settings. Carries out the responsibilities and duties of a Respiratory Therapist and performs all modalities of respiratory therapy care common to the field, according to established plans of care and at the direction of the treating provider.

Requirements

• Requires a Bachelor's or Associate Degree through an accredited school of respiratory care
• Requires Registry by National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) and Minnesota State Registration
• Must obtain BLS, NRP, ACLS, and PALS certificate within first year in the position
• Must be competent in all respiratory therapy treatments including, but not limited to: nebulizer, ventilator use and maintenance, Acapella, ECG completion, pulmonary function testing, EEG testing, tracheotomy care, MDI use and instruction, spirometry, oxygen administration, and assessments
• Basic computer skills: Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, & Cerner

Nice To Haves

• Previous respiratory care experience is preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

• Maintaining knowledge in all equipment pertaining to respiratory care and the ability to operate them efficiently, ventilators included.
• Interpreting blood gases and adjust therapy accordingly.
• Performing tracheostomy tube changes, and conduct electrocardiograms.
• Operating other clinical equipment in the care of patients.
• Maintaining, cleans, calibrates, and assesses the proper function of all equipment in the department.
• Effectively educates and communicates with patients and their family members, concerns regarding their respiratory-related disease process, and the proper use of related equipment/medication.
• Participates in and supports continuous improvement initiatives.
• Other job duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health Insurance: Options for medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as mental health support and wellness incentives
• Income Protection: Short and long-term disability, plus additional benefits like accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, legal assistance, and identity protection plans
• Retirement Planning: Access to a 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions once eligibility requirements are met
• Work/Life Balance: Flexible scheduling, paid time off, and earned sick time to support personal well-being
• Education & Development: Paid training, tuition reimbursement, scholarships, and sponsored seminars to foster both personal and professional growth
• Employee Discounts: Special offers with local businesses, including the YMCA and cell phone providers

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees