Respiratory Therapist

Why Mayo Clinic Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic. Benefits Highlights Medical:Multiple plan options. Dental:Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage. Vision:Affordable plan with national network. Pre-Tax Savings:HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses. Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future. Responsibilities Experienced and New Graduates are invited to apply. New hires will receive a $15,000 sign-on bonus with their first paycheck and relocation assistance is available to those who qualify. Please take a few minutes to watch the video below to hear more from our staff in Rochester about this great opportunity! Learn More : Rochester Respiratory Therapy Video! The registeredrespiratory therapist (RRT)functionsindependently or in collaboration withphysicians or other health care providers. Asclinicians,theyare accountable for the coordinationof all respiratorycare servicesthroughoutthe practice for the patient’s life cycles, includingdirect patient care, patient family education and transitions of care through teamwork and communication..In addition, they’ll be expectedto work autonomouslyto quickly and accurately assess a patient's condition and communicateeffectively to the care team concerning changes in the patient's condition, results of diagnostic studies, symptomatology, and response to treatment. The RRT will provide leadership through active participation in roles such as mentorship, student educator, committee involvement, and professional quality improvement projects.The RRT will operate within department/institutional procedures andguidelines in conjunction with the American Association of Respiratory Care (AARC)guidelines to function independently usingcritical thinking tomaster the following skills:cardiopulmonary assessment, mechanicalventilation, noninvasive ventilation, hemodynamic monitoring, Artline insertion, airway management,RT Bedside procedures, assist providers with bedside procedures,management ofspecialty gases, rt driven protocols,and external education support. Qualifications Required Qualifications The Respiratory Therapist job requires graduation from an accredited school of Respiratory Therapy and basic computer literacy. Required License and Certification National Board for Respiratory Care Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential AND active Minnesota Respiratory Therapist License (LRT) both required before first day of employment and must be maintained throughout duration of employment. National Board for Respiratory Care Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential is required upon hire or by the end of one year of employment and must be maintained throughout duration of employment. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or equivalent determined by site is required. Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) where applicable. Additional life support certifications may be required by site of hire. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in respiratory therapy preferred. Previous hospital experience preferred. Additional NBRC credentials preferred. This vacancy is not eligible for sponsorship/ we will not sponsor or transfer visas for this position. Also, Mayo Clinic DOES NOT participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program. Exemption Status Nonexempt Compensation Detail Education, experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended. $38.71 - $58.09 / hour + shift differential as applicable Benefits Eligible Yes Schedule Full Time Hours/Pay Period 72 Schedule Details 12-hour shifts, varies between days and nights Weekend Schedule Every 3rd Weekend International Assignment No Site Description Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is. Equal Opportunity All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the 'EOE is the Law'. Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. #J-18808-Ljbffr