Job DescriptionJob Description:Provides emergent, critical and restorative respiratory care through patient assessment, intervention, education and evaluation. Within the acute care inpatient hospital setting, performs all general and critical care respiratory care procedures and diagnostics on patients ages neonate through adult. These duties include but are not limited to; mechanical ventilation management, airway management, bronchoscopy assist, critical care transport, arterial blood gas puncture, medication delivery, bronchial hygiene, patient assessments and education.Education Qualifications:Qualifications:Graduate from an accredited respiratory care/therapy programLicensure/Certification Qualifications:Must hold and maintain certification by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or a Certified Respiratory Therapist, or equivalentMust hold state licensure in appropriate state of practice upon hire or have applied and are waiting for state licensure in appropriate state of practice to award licensure not to exceed 30 days from date of hireBasic Cardia Life Support (BCLS) certification within 1 month of hireOur Benefits are exceptional and Include:Generous Paid Personal Leave: Ensuring you have time to refresh and recharge.401(k) Savings Plan: Contribute to your future, with an annual matching contribution from Essentia Health.Insurance Protection: Multiple options for life and disability coverage to keep you and your family safeguarded.Invest in Your Education: Our tuition reimbursement program is designed to fuel your professional growth.Supporting Families: Experience seamless adoption processes with our adoption assistance program.Thrive with Our Wellness Program: Prioritizing your well-being in all aspects of life.Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO): Because work-life balance matters.Celebrate More: Enjoy extra time off during paid holidays and only occasional weekends worked.Comprehensive Health Coverage: Choose from a variety of plans, including PPO and High Deductible healthcare options, complemented by dental insurance.Apply now and embark on a rewarding journey with us! Essentia Health To learn more about our communities Job Location: Building B - St Marys Medical CenterShift Rotation: Day/Eve/Night Rotation (United States of America)Shift Start/End: 0630, 1430, 1830, 2230/1500, 1900, 2300, 0700Hours Per Pay Period: 64Compensation Range:Union: USWA Technical Workers SMMC (UTECH)FTE: 0.8Weekends: every otherCall Obligations:Sign On Bonus: