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Fairview Health Services Casual Respiratory Therapist in Maplewood, Minnesota
Overview
The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for providing diagnostic and therapeutic services as prescribed by a physician. Follows defined treatment protocol according to department policies. Collects, assesses, Interprets and intervenes as appropriate in the care of neonatal, pediatric, adult and geriatric patients. Ensures patient welfare and safety standards during treatments.
This is a Casual Respiratory Therapy position at St. John's Hospital in Maplewood, MN.
Responsibilities Job Description
Assesses patient needs and identifies expected outcomes
Implements Respiratory interventions based on plan of care. Evaluates care and the patient’s response to interventions and expected outcomes
Delivers care as delegated by physician/authorized practitioner to assigned patient population, or individual patient
Uses communication strategies to achieve desirable outcomes
Operates and maintains all Respiratory Care equipment
Qualifications
Required
Education
- Associate’s Degree in Respiratory Care/Therapy or related field
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)
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
New Graduates only - must complete RRT within 1 year of hire date
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification
Preferred
Education
- Bachelor’s Degree in Respiratory Care/Therapy or related field
EEO Statement
EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status
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