Respiratory Therapist, Registered

Company: Sanford Health
Location: Fargo
Posted on: May 6, 2025

Job Description:

Careers With Purpose Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We're proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint. Facility: Sanford Broadway Med Cntr Location: Fargo, ND Address: 801 Broadway N, Fargo, ND 58102, USA Shift: Varies Job Schedule: Full time Weekly Hours: 36.00 Salary Range: 28.50 - 44.00 Department Details This position is Full time 8 hour day shifts. Shifts are between 7AM and 8AM to 3:30PM or 4:30PM Every fourth weekend required One major and one minor holiday per year No call, but one of the team available by phone in the off hours as a resource for the RT therapists (infrequent calls) 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: 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 . 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- or send an email to . 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- Job Function: Allied Health Featured: No

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