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Respiratory Therapist Weekends
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Ridgeview This range is provided by Ridgeview. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base Pay Range
$36.92/hr - $50.29/hr Brief Description
$5,000 Sign On Bonus!! Alternative Work Schedule: Work 72 hours, get paid for 80 hours. Float to Chaska Purpose of Job
This position is responsible for implementing Respiratory Care treatments, procedures and diagnostic testing according to physician’s order and department policy/procedure. Job Functions
Provides and monitors the therapeutic administration of medical oxygen, aerosols, humidification and respiratory medications. Applies and monitors non-invasive and invasive mechanical ventilatory support. Assists with cardiopulmonary resuscitation, maintenance of natural airways, and insertion and maintenance of artificial airways. Obtains physiological specimens and interprets physiological data. Suggests alternative therapies, alterations in therapy and changes in frequency of therapy to the physician when appropriate. Instructs patients and their families in techniques for the prevention, alleviation and rehabilitation of diseases associated with the respiratory system. Anticipates the patient’s respiratory needs post discharge and facilitates the transition to home or alternate care site. Documents patient data in accordance with policy and procedure requirements and processes billing. Performs other duties as assigned. Pharmacy Functions (Chaska)
Monthly outdate checks; returns to Pharmacy. Receives stock; fills AcuDose daily and InstyMeds machine as necessary. Minimum Education/Work Experience
Graduate of an AMA accredited Respiratory Care program Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Ability to be sensitive to patient’s physical and psychological needs Ability to meet and maintain the necessary background checks as aligned with position functions Attention to detail Knowledge of RT equipment Ability to work in a team Ability to communicate in the English language for effective written and verbal correspondence in order to complete job functions. License/Certifications
Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Licensed as a Respiratory Therapist by the Minnesota Board of Medical Practice Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification Compensation
Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation such as: the requirements of the position, experience, education, knowledge, and skills along with location and internal equity. Pay listed does not include any shift, weekend, or other differentials. Benefits
Ridgeview strives to provide comprehensive and market competitive benefits to meet the needs of our employees and their families. Click here to view the benefits available. Seniority Level
Entry level Employment Type
Full-time Job Function
Health Care Provider Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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Respiratory Therapist Weekends
role at
Ridgeview This range is provided by Ridgeview. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base Pay Range
$36.92/hr - $50.29/hr Brief Description
$5,000 Sign On Bonus!! Alternative Work Schedule: Work 72 hours, get paid for 80 hours. Float to Chaska Purpose of Job
This position is responsible for implementing Respiratory Care treatments, procedures and diagnostic testing according to physician’s order and department policy/procedure. Job Functions
Provides and monitors the therapeutic administration of medical oxygen, aerosols, humidification and respiratory medications. Applies and monitors non-invasive and invasive mechanical ventilatory support. Assists with cardiopulmonary resuscitation, maintenance of natural airways, and insertion and maintenance of artificial airways. Obtains physiological specimens and interprets physiological data. Suggests alternative therapies, alterations in therapy and changes in frequency of therapy to the physician when appropriate. Instructs patients and their families in techniques for the prevention, alleviation and rehabilitation of diseases associated with the respiratory system. Anticipates the patient’s respiratory needs post discharge and facilitates the transition to home or alternate care site. Documents patient data in accordance with policy and procedure requirements and processes billing. Performs other duties as assigned. Pharmacy Functions (Chaska)
Monthly outdate checks; returns to Pharmacy. Receives stock; fills AcuDose daily and InstyMeds machine as necessary. Minimum Education/Work Experience
Graduate of an AMA accredited Respiratory Care program Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Ability to be sensitive to patient’s physical and psychological needs Ability to meet and maintain the necessary background checks as aligned with position functions Attention to detail Knowledge of RT equipment Ability to work in a team Ability to communicate in the English language for effective written and verbal correspondence in order to complete job functions. License/Certifications
Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Licensed as a Respiratory Therapist by the Minnesota Board of Medical Practice Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification Compensation
Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation such as: the requirements of the position, experience, education, knowledge, and skills along with location and internal equity. Pay listed does not include any shift, weekend, or other differentials. Benefits
Ridgeview strives to provide comprehensive and market competitive benefits to meet the needs of our employees and their families. Click here to view the benefits available. Seniority Level
Entry level Employment Type
Full-time Job Function
Health Care Provider Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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