Respiratory Therapist, Registered

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Facility : Sanford Med Ctr Fargo

Location : Fargo, ND

Address : 5225 23rd Ave S, Fargo, ND 58104, USA

Shift : Rotating

Job Schedule : Full time

Weekly Hours : 36.00

Salary Range : $28.50 - $44.00

Pay Info :

• Sign-on Bonus available! $15,000 / 2 year or $20,000 / 3 year

Department Details

Disease Management sees hospital inpatients and has an office at the Broadway Medical Center and Sanford Medical Center Fargo.  They provide inpatient diagnostics and patient navigation / education.  Disease Management includes the tobacco treatment specialists, COPD navigators, and Endoscopy bronchoscopy assistants, among other responsibilities.  We’ve been involved in work groups for our hospital readmissions, palliative care, advance care planning, and pneumonia quality groups, etc.  The Disease management therapists also see hospital outpatients for tobacco dependence counseling and asthma education, using a clinic room at the Broadway campus.

Job Summary

The scope of work for a respiratory therapist includes assessment, therapeutic intervention and education for patients with cardiopulmonary disorders and / or sleep disorders or associated complications. What you will do :

Assess patients to prevent, detect, monitor and manage disease and complications.

Measure patient's lung capacity to determine if there are any impairments.

Offer diagnosis results and treatment suggestions based on the analysis of the patient.

We have the ability to work in several clinical areas ranging from general floors to critical care.

You Belong at Sanford :

Sign On bonus options available!

Referral Bonuses

Competitive Compensation

Salary Increases

Shift Differentials

Family atmosphere with friendly staff and providers

Flexible shift options

Opportunities for advancement

Excellent Health, Dental and Vision Insurance options

Health Savings Account

Paid Time Off

Company Matched 401K Retirement Plan

School Sponsorships

Qualifications

A degree in Respiratory Care from an accredited respiratory care program is required; minimum associate degree or equivalent as defined by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).

Respiratory Therapists must have a thorough knowledge and understanding of all procedures, indications, contraindications and hazards involved in respiratory care, as well as knowledge of equipment utilized in their department. Demonstrates the ability and knowledge required to utilize computers for patient documentation and data gathering for quality care. Must complete orientations, competency validations, and other in-servicing as required by the department and hospital.

Must have current Respiratory Therapy licensure in state(s) of practice and / or possess multi-state licensure privileges as required by position.

Must have Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credentials as attained through the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) and maintain active status according to NBRC credentialing requirements.

Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) is required. Must obtain site-specific specialty credential(s) such as Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), etc.

Benefits

Sanford Health offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work / life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https : / / sanfordcareers.com / benefits .

Sanford is an EEO / AA Employer M / F / Disability / Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org .

Sanford Health has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number : R-0234562

Job Function : Allied Health

Featured : No

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