Respiratory Therapist - RRT PRN

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 Registered Respiratory Therapist in the bronch procedure space functions independently or in collaboration with physicians or other health care providers. Performs all necessary tests related to the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary diseases to both inpatients and outpatients of all ages in compliance with the accepted professional, departmental, and hospital standards, while maintaining the daily operations of the hospital-based Mayo Procedural Space/Bronchoscopy Lab. Performs required tasks for Interventional Pulmonology/Bronchoscopy Procedure space, including but not limited to: Robotic Bronchoscopies, Transplant Bronchoscopies, Inpatient Bronchoscopies, EBUS, and other Advanced Interventional Pulmonology procedures. Responsibilities include completing all necessary documentation, coordinating patient transport to and from procedure room, monitoring patient during procedure, preparing for and assisting with specimen retrieval, completing lab specimen forms, maintaining working knowledge of all bronchoscopy equipment, and other needs, as necessary. Must display proficiency of procedures performed by Respiratory Services in critical and non-critical care patients according to current departmental policies and procedures.

Qualifications

Successful completion of an AMA approved Respiratory Therapy program. Maintains Florida license as a Registered Respiratory Therapist. Previous hospital experience preferred. Work is moderately demanding, requiring standing, walking, lifting patients and pushing equipment. Should be familiar with JCAHO standards and requirements. Basic understanding of computers. Good verbal and written communication skills required to be used during contacts with physicians, hospital staff, patients, and the public. Exposure to infectious patients, needle puncture hazards, and hazards related to compressed gases. All Respiratory Therapists will hold the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential prior to their first day of employment. Respiratory Therapists are required to maintain Basic Life Support and Advanced Cardiac Life Support or the equivalent as determined by the site of hire.

Exemption Status

Nonexempt

Compensation Detail

This position has a predetermined rate of $36.92 per hour.

Benefits Eligible

No

Schedule

Part Time

Hours/Pay Period

.004

Schedule Details

7 am to 5:30 pm, as needed

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