Respiratory Therapist

Come join our Respiratory Therapists at the Monticello Hospital in providing quality care from first breath to last breath and for every breath in between. As part of a diverse and dynamic team, you will deliver personalized and compassionate care in Central Minnesota.  This position offers you the opportunity to treat a wide range of patients, from premature infants to centenarians.  Some responsibilities of this role include; Complete vent management, transport, conscious sedations, and blood gas analysis, ability to share input and discuss orders with providers to meet patient needs, and support Inpatient, Emergency, Obstetrics, and ICU with respiratory needs.

Schedule: 

• 60 hours every two weeks
• Various 12-hour shifts from 6:45pm-7:15am 
• Every 3rd weekend 6:45pm-7:15am
• Rotating Holidays 

Pay and Benefits:

• Starting pay begins at $41.62 per hour and increases with experience.
  • Pay Range: $41.62 - $58.67 per hour
• Benefits eligible: Medical, dental, vacation, retirement, employee discounts and more! 
• Hiring bonus of up to $6,000, plus $5,000 in relocation assistance for eligible candidates.

Qualifications:

• Licensed as a Respiratory Therapist (RT) in the State of MN Board of Medical Practice Respiratory Therapist Registry.
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) BLS Healthcare Provider card required per established policy, can be obtained upon hire.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) ACLS Certification prior to practicing independently post orientation.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRT) Current NRP certification obtained prior to working independently with newborns or before completion of orientation; within 6 months. 
• Graduate of a one-year Respiratory Care Program (preferably through the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) Upon Hire.

CentraCare – Monticello:

• 25-bed critical access hospital including Birthing Center, Medical/Surgical Unit, Pediatrics, and ICU
• 10-bed Geriatric Behavioral Health Unit.
• Extensive Outpatient Services: Level IV Emergency Department with ambulance service, Heart Care, Surgical Services, Sleep Center, Diabetes & Nutrition Education, Integrated Behavioral Health, Vascular Care, and Wound Care.
• Full Imaging, Laboratory Services, and Respiratory Therapy. 

To be eligible for recruitment incentives you must be an external candidate who is hired into an eligible full time or part time benefited position. Previous CentraCare employees qualify if they have not worked for CentraCare for at least 9 months at the date of hire. CentraCare pay promotions to include but not limited to, Hiring Bonus, Relocation, and Student Loan Repayment Program may be discontinued at any time due to business needs. Bonus amounts may differ based on full time and part time status.

CentraCare has made a commitment to diversity in its workforce. All individuals including, but not limited to, individuals with disabilities, are encouraged to apply. CentraCare is an EEO/AA employer.