Respiratory Therapist - Pulmonary

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Benefits Highlights

• Medical: Multiple plan options.
• Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

Responsibilities

The Pulmonary Respiratory Therapist provides assessment, treatment, and monitoring of patients with cardiopulmonary compromise and provides support for the equipment necessary for the care of these patients. The Pulmonary Respiratory Therapist conducts a variety of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures and is a technical and educational resource for patients, family members, and other members of the patient care team. The Pulmonary Respiratory Therapist must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span. The Pulmonary Respiratory Care Therapist demonstrates and maintains basic core competencies in the clinical setting. The ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and appropriately interpret information relative to the patient's age-specific needs is required.

Qualifications

Graduation from an AMA-approved school of Respiratory Therapy. Minimum one year of post-graduate hospital respiratory care experience and one year full-time critical care and arterial blood gas experience required.AAS degree preferred. Must have effective interpersonal skills, patient assessment skills, and basic computer skills. Desire and ability to obtain additional competencies including cross training to MCH. One year of pulmonary diagnostics (pulmonary function testing) experience preferred for Respiratory Therapists.
Current Arizona licensure as a Respiratory Care Practitioner. Registered Respiratory Therapist credential (RRT)from National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) or a recognized international credentialing body required. Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT) credential is required within 3 years of hire. Basic life support (BLS) certification is required upon hire and must be valid for 90 days or greater from start date. Maintains BLS competency. Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification must be obtained within 90 days of hire and maintained thereafter. TEPP (Tobacco Education Prevention Program) Certification in basic tobacco skills program completion within one year of hire.

Exemption Status

Nonexempt

Compensation Detail

$29.11 - $43.68/hr.

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

80

Schedule Details

10 hr shifts, 4 days a week, Monday- Friday. Outpatient Clinic Pulmonary Lab

Weekend Schedule

No weekends.

International Assignment

No

Site Description

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law" . Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

Recruiter

Sarah Lee