Respiratory Therapist - Lakes - .6 FTE

Our state-of-the-art, minimally invasive surgical suites and dedicated obstetrical operating room feature the latest technology, and Lakes is home to one of the region’s most comprehensive heart care programs. Located in Wyoming, Minnesota, Lakes is conveniently situated just off I-35—approximately 30 minutes north of the Twin Cities, making it an easy commute from the metro while serving a growing surrounding community.

Responsibilities/Job Description:

Fairview is hiring a Respiratory Therapist to join our Respiratory Therapy team at our Lakes Medical Center location in Wyoming, MN.  We’re offering a $9,000 sign-on bonus! 

 

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.

 

Schedule: This position will be working 0.6 FTE (48 hours every two weeks). The shift length will be 12 hours on the day and night shift. There is currently an every 3rd weekend requirement. 

• Shift differential incentives:
  • $4.00/hr for nights
  • $2.00/hr for weekends

As a Respiratory Therapist, you will be responsible for:

• Perform Pulmonary Function test on ages 5 years and older.
• Perform 6 minute walk tests, ABG's, Methacholine testing, Pre/Post spirometry, DLCO, MIP/MEP, MVV, Pleth, nitrogen washout.
• Assessing patient needs and identifies expected outcomes.
• Implementing Respiratory interventions based on plan of care.
• Evaluating care and the patient’s response to interventions and expected outcomes.
• Delivering care as delegated by physician/authorized practitioner to assigned patient population, or individual patient.
• Using communication strategies to achieve desirable outcomes.
• Operating and maintaining all Respiratory Care equipment.

About this Location:
Fairview Lakes Medical Center provides high-quality, comprehensive primary and specialty care to community residents. With more than 30 specialties, Lakes offers a wide range of personalized inpatient and outpatient services tailored to each patient’s needs, grounded in our commitment to delivering exceptional, innovative care. Our state-of-the-art, minimally invasive surgical suites and dedicated obstetrical operating room feature the latest technology, and Lakes is home to one of the region’s most comprehensive heart care programs. Located in Wyoming, Minnesota, Lakes is conveniently situated just off I-35—approximately 30 minutes north of the Twin Cities, making it an easy commute from the metro while serving a growing surrounding community. Free parking is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Required Qualifications

• A.A./A.S. in Respiratory Care/Therapy or related field
• 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 (American Heart Assoc or Red Cross)
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) within 6 months of hire
• Pediatric Life Support (PALS) within 6 months of hire
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within 6 months of hire

Preferred Qualifications

• B.S./B.A. in Respiratory Care/Therapy or related field experience
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) issued by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)

Qualifications: $43.65- $63.04 Hourly