Respiratory Therapist

Respiratory Therapist Position VHS is looking for a qualified Respiratory Therapist for a permanent position. Location: Waconia & Chaska, MN Start Date: April 1, 2025 Duration: Permanent Setting: Hospital Skills: Respiratory Therapy Hourly Range: $36.92-$50.29 Certification Requirements: Certified Respiratory Therapist (CST) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Additional Requirements: RT license from MN board, BLS, ACLS At VieMed, Live Your Life isn't just a company tagline. It's a passionate commitment to improving the lives of every patient and employee. What to Expect in this Role: Provides and monitors the therapeutic administration of medical oxygen, aerosols, humidification and respiratory medications. Applies and monitors non-invasive and invasive mechanical ventilatory support. Assists with cardiopulmonary resuscitation, maintenance of natural airways, and insertion and maintenance of artificial airways. Obtains physiological specimens and interprets physiological data. Suggests alternative therapies, alterations in therapy and changes in frequency of therapy to the physician when appropriate. Instructs patients and their families in techniques for the prevention, alleviation and rehabilitation of diseases associated with the respiratory system. Anticipates the patient's respiratory needs post discharge and facilitates the transition to home or alternate care site. Documents patient data in accordance with policy and procedure requirements and processes billing. Performs other duties as assigned. When performing in Chaska, performs the following Pharmacy functions: Monthly outdate checks; returns to Pharmacy. Receives stock, AcuDose daily and InstyMeds machine as necessary. Minimum Education/Work Experience: Graduate of an AMA accredited Respiratory Care program Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Ability to meet and maintain the necessary background checks as aligned with position functions Ability to be sensitive to patient's physical and psychological needs Attention to detail Knowledge of RT equipment Ability to work in a team Ability to communicate in the English language for effective written and verbal correspondence in order to complete job functions as mentioned above VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer ("EEO")/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply#LiveYourLife

Created: 2026-03-04