Respiratory Therapist - 0.9
Company: Essentia Health
Location: Alexandria
Posted on: July 15, 2025
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Job Description:
Job Description R068319 Job Description:Become part of
Essentia's accomplished team where our mission guides us every day:
We are called to make a healthy difference in people’s lives. This
calling resonates deeply for our caregivers and our colleagues
working behind the scenes, who all bring high-quality,
compassionate care to the patients we are privileged to serve.
Education Qualifications: Graduate from an accredited respiratory
care/therapy program Key Roles & Responsibilities - Provides
respiratory care through patient assessment, planning,
intervention, education and evaluation. - Performs all general and
critical care respiratory care procedures and diagnostics on
patients ages infant through adult. - These duties include but are
not limited to; mechanical ventilation, airway management, critical
care transport, arterial blood gas puncture, medication delivery,
bronchial hygiene, patient assessments and education. Schedule:
Three 12-hour shifts per week, every other weekend & holiday
requirement. Shifts are 0630 - 1830 or 1830 - 0630.
Licensure/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 equivalent - Must 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 hire - Basic Cardia Life Support
(BCLS) certification within 1 month of hire Our 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. Employee Benefits at
Essentia Health: At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting
your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive
benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability
insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We
offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan
for the future, and we invest in your professional development
through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.
To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible
scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on
your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that
benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your
benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.
Job Location: Essentia Virginia Hospital Shift Rotation: Day/Night
Rotation (United States of America) Shift Start/End: 0630;
1830/1830; 0630 Hours Per Pay Period: 72 Compensation Range: $35.40
- $45.48 / hour Union: Assoc Of Diagnostic Imaging Techs (ADIT)
FTE: 0.9 Weekends: Rotating
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