Respiratory Therapist, Registered

Careers With Purpose 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. Facility Sanford Med Ctr Fargo Location Fargo, ND Address 5225 23rd Ave S, Fargo, ND 58104, USA Shift Rotating Job Schedule Full time Weekly Hours 36.00 Salary Range $28.50 - $44.00 Pay Information Sign‑on Bonus available! $15,000/2 year or $20,000/3 year Department Details Come and further your career in our Level One Trauma Center! We offer a competitive salary and a full benefits package. We have a great clinical team approach at our 600‑bed hospital where RT‑driven protocols are used throughout all patient populations. We have the ability to work in several clinical areas ranging from general floors to critical care, including neonatal, pediatric, and adult settings across our three campuses. Our management and staff are friendly and supportive. Level 1 Adult Trauma Center Level 2 Pediatric Trauma Center Comprehensive Stroke Center STEMI Center Level 4 NICU This position is full time 72‑80 hours per pay period. Most staff schedules consist of rotating 8 or 12‑hour shifts with weekend requirements. On‑call hours may be scheduled. New hires will start with every other weekend and then move to every third after one year of service. Job Summary The scope of work for a Respiratory Therapist includes assessment, therapeutic intervention, and education for patients with cardiopulmonary and/or sleep disorders or related complications. What you will do: Assess patients to prevent, detect, monitor, and manage disease and complications. Measure patient lung capacity to determine if impairments exist. Present diagnostic results and treatment suggestions based on patient analysis. Work in multiple 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 401(k) Retirement Plan School Sponsorships Qualifications A degree in Respiratory Care from an accredited program is required; a minimum associate degree or equivalent, as defined by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC), is acceptable. Respiratory Therapists must have thorough knowledge of all procedures, indications, contraindications, hazards, and equipment in respiratory care. They should demonstrate proficiency in using computers for patient documentation and quality data gathering. Completion of orientations, competency validations, and ongoing in-servicing is required. Must hold current Respiratory Therapy licensure in state(s) of practice and/or have multi‑state licensure privileges as required by position. Must possess Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credentials from the NBRC and maintain active status per NBRC credentialing requirements. Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) is required. Site‑specific specialties such as Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), etc., must be earned. Benefits Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full‑time and part‑time employees, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time‑off package. For more information about Total Rewards, visit Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you have a disability and need accommodation for your application, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io. Sanford has a Drug‑Free Workplace Policy. A conditional offer will require a drug screen and pre‑employment background screening. #J-18808-Ljbffr