Respiratory Therapist - PRN
Company: Mayo Clinic
Location: Altoona
Posted on: January 27, 2023
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Job Description:
Why Mayo Clinic
Mayo Clinic is the nation's best hospital (U.S. News & World
Report, ) and ranked in more specialties than any other care
provider. We have a vast array of opportunities ranging from
Nursing, Clinical, to Finance, IT, Administrative, Research and
Support Services to name a few. Across all locations, you'll find
career opportunities that support diversity, equity and inclusion.
At Mayo Clinic, we invest in you with opportunities for growth and
development and our benefits and compensation package are highly
competitive. We invite you to be a part of our team where you'll
discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, mutual respect,
and most importantly, a life-changing career!
Mayo Clinic offers a variety of employee benefits. For additional
information please visit Mayo Clinic Benefits . Eligibility may
vary.
Position description
A respiratory therapist provides assessment, treatment, and
monitoring of cardiopulmonary disease across the continuum of care.
A respiratory therapist functions as part of an interdisciplinary
team that coordinates and provides continuity of care in a
financially responsible manner. A respiratory therapist is able to
quickly and accurately assess a patient's condition and
communicates effectively to the care team concerning changes in
patient's condition, results of diagnostic studies, symptomatology,
and response to treatment.
Qualifications
The Respiratory Therapist job requires graduation from an
accredited school of Respiratory Therapy and basic computer
literacy. Good verbal and written communication skills required.
Function with initiative and independent judgment, Desire for
continuous quality improvement.
Additional qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy or healthcare related
field is preferred. Previous hospital experience preferred.
Additional NBRC specialty credentials preferred.
License or certification
All respiratory therapists will hold the National Board for
Respiratory Care entry level certification (CRT) prior to their
first day of Mayo employment. All graduate respiratory therapists
must possess valid permission (permanent or temporary permit) to
practice with the licensing board in the state of hire prior to
their first day of Mayo employment. The Registered Respiratory
Therapist credential is required upon hire or by the end of one
year of employment and must be maintained throughout employment.
Basic Life Support certification is required upon hire or within 90
days from date of hire. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or
equivalent determined by site is required upon hire or within 6
months from date of hire. Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) and
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) where applicable. Additional
life support certifications may be required by site of hire. All
required certifications must be maintained throughout
employment.
Exemption status
Non-exempt
Compensation Detail
$26.90 - $40.36 / hour
Benefits eligible
No
Schedule
Supplemental/On-call/Per Diem
Hours / Pay period
Varies
Schedule details
Supplemental/On-call/Per Diem
Weekend schedule
Supplemental/On-call/Per Diem
International Assignment
No
Site description
Eau Claire, with a metro area of 163,000 is home to the 11,000
students at the University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire. Strong
schools, low crime rate, and a reasonable cost of living may be
expected. With an abundance of outdoor activities, The city also
serves as the retail center for west central Wisconsin and the
major metro area of Minneapolis/St. Paul is 90 minutes away. Mayo
Clinic Health System in Eau Claire is recognized as a Best Hospital
in Northwestern Wisconsin and within the top 10 for Hospitals in
Wisconsin (U.S. News & World Report, ).
Recruiter
Anna Francis
EOE
As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic
is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the
diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any
employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the
LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly
encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to
access job openings or to apply for a job are available.
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