Respiratory Therapist - Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Job Description

Job Description

Per Diem – Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Responsibilities:

• Provide specialized respiratory care and life-support measures.
• Respond to codes and emergency situations.
• Care for and assist in diagnosing acute and chronic pulmonary disorders.
• Serve as a clinical resource for respiratory support, education, and training.

Requirements:

• Associate Degree in Respiratory Therapy – Required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy – Preferred.
• 2+ years of RRT experience in a Level III NICU – Required.
  • Must include Jet Ventilation and Nitric Oxide experience.
• Active Minnesota RRT license – Required.
• NBRC certification – Required.
• BLS – AHA or ARC – Required.
• ACLS – AHA or ARC – Required.
• NRP – Required.
• PALS – Required.
• Strong acute and critical-care respiratory experience.