Registered Respiratory Therapist – (RRT)

Job Description & Requirements

Registered Respiratory Therapist – (RRT)

StartDate: ASAP
Available Shifts: 12 N
Pay Rate: $1350.00 – $2000.00

Associate’s Degree in Respiratory Care/Therapy or related field
Experience
• NA
• License/Certification/Registration
• Respiratory Therapist License issued by the Minnesota Board of Medical Practice
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) issued by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). Exceptions include:
o RTs hired prior to 7/1/2019 are required to be Certified Respiratory Therapists (CRT), RRT is preferred
o New graduates must complete RRT within one year of hire
• · Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Preferred
Education
• Bachelor’s Degree in Respiratory Care/Therapy or related field
Additional Requirements
Employees working at Lakes, Northland, Ridges and UMMCH (Masonic) • Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
• Pediatric Life Support (PALS)
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
Employees working at Southdale, Woodwinds and St. John’s
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
Employees working at Bethesda and St. Joseph’s • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

Organization Expectations, as applicable:
• Demonstrates ability to provide care or service adjusting approaches to reflect developmental level and cultural differences of population served
o Partners with patient care giver in care/decision making.
o Communicates in a respective manner.
o Ensures a safe, secure environment.
o Individualizes plan of care to meet patient needs.
o Modifies clinical interventions based on population served.
o Provides patient education based on as assessment of learning needs of patient/care giver.
• Fulfills all organizational requirements
o Completes all required learning relevant to the role
o Complies with and maintains knowledge of all relevant laws, regulation, policies, procedures and standards.
• Fosters a culture of improvement, efficiency and innovative thinking.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications
MN License required

Preferred Qualifications
NA

Facility Location
The second most populous city in Minnesota, Saint Paul sits aside the majestic Mississippi River. Sports fans will be in heaven in Saint Paul, with access to Minnesota Twins and Vikings games. The city is packed with recreational options, such as parks and zoos, boutiques, galleries and eateries. The Frederick R. Weisman Art Museum is a must-see. Housed in a building designed by Frank Gehry, the museum’s collection is extensive and sharply curated. Foodies will find themselves right at home, with a bevy of artisanal and local products available at farmers markets and grocers. Beer fans will delight in local craft brewing options, such as world-class breweries like Summit and Surly.

Job Benefits

Allied travel assignments are typically for 13 weeks and offer generous packages that include:

• Competitive pay rates
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) and Flex Spending
• Life Insurance
• Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
• Free Continuing Education
• Competitive Housing Deal
• Refer a friend and earn extra cash!

About the Company

Med Travelers, an AMN Healthcare company, is the leader in allied healthcare staffing. Our relationships with numerous healthcare facilities – including hospitals, home health agencies, school systems, and long-term care facilities – enable us to offer the most current temporary therapy positions and medical imaging jobs. And our traveler customer service is among the best in the industry. AMN Healthcare is an EEO/AA/Disability/Protected Veteran Employer.  We encourage minority and female applicants to apply.

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