Respiratory Therapist or CRT

Company: Avera Health
Location: Alexandria
Posted on: January 21, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Location: Avera Queen of Peace Hospital Worker Type: Regular Work Shift: Primarily days with rotating weekends and holidays (United States of America) Pay Range: The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience. $28.00 - $44.00 Position Highlights May 2026 New Graduates are encouraged to apply This position may be eligible for a $15,000 sign on bonus with a 3 year commitment. This position is eligible for Avera's Student Loan Repayment Program which helps pay off your loans and save money. Each month an extra payment of $167 (up to $10,000) from Avera will help pay down your principle balance. Schedule: Primarily days from 6am - 6:30 pm. Rotate every other weekend/holiday. Must be willing to work overnights from 6:30 pm to 6am on an as needed basis. Certified Respiratory Technician Required Education and Licensure: - Associate's degree from A.M.A approved school of Respiratory Therapy - Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) Upon Hire or - Respiratory Care Practitioner - active license in the state of practice upon hire You Belong at Avera Be part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter. A Brief Overview Responsible for the assessment, treatment, and management, diagnostic and therapeutic interventions affecting the cardiopulmonary system for neonates, pediatrics, adolescents, and adults. The individual must demonstrate proficiency in all modalities of respiratory care, which may include, but not limited to oxygen therapy, breathing treatments, airway clearance, blood gases, airway management, non-invasive and invasive ventilator setup and monitoring. This position may also be required to work in the sleep lab. What you will do - Evaluates patients in order to receive, review, interpret, and administer the prescribing orders regarding respiratory and cardiopulmonary treatments and tests. Accurately documents patient assessment, interventions, and progress in the electronic medical record, as well as submits charges in an accurate and timely manner. /n - Evaluates the effectiveness of the plan of care. Initiates and implements respiratory care plans and interventions to meet the needs of the patient in conjunction with the entire healthcare team to ensure full understanding and cooperation to improve patient outcomes. /n - Performs administration, set-up, titration, maintenance, evaluations and documentation of supplemental oxygen, aerosol therapy, airway clearance techniques, mechanical invasive or non-invasive ventilator management, and preparation and administration of respiratory medications. /n - Ensures airway patency including various means of suctioning. (tracheal, nasal, and oral). Attends and assists to patients in respiratory or cardiac arrest by performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation and emergency airway care. /n - Performs arterial and capillary punctures, runs venous, arterial and capillary blood gas samples, electrolytes and lactic acid tests and maintains and operates the Blood Gas analyzer. /n - May assist in Pulmonary Rehab by providing appropriate exercises and education to participants. /n - May assist in outpatient clinic as needed and may schedule sleep studies and obtains prior authorizations for the sleep studies when applicable. /n - Performs diagnostic testing through pulmonary function, stress exercise, electrocardiograms, electroencephalograms, oximetry, holter and cardiac event monitoring. /n - Instructs clinical staff on the use of respiratory therapy equipment and the use of the EKG equipment. /n - Assists with implementing and updating policies and procedures, maintenance of quality assurance reports and records, and maintenance of equipment and ordering of supplies. Essential Qualifications The individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer. Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience: - Respiratory Therapist - Licensing Board An active license in the state of practice Upon Hire and - Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) Upon Hire or - Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) Upon Hire Preferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience: - Bachelor's - 1-3 years Expectations and Standards - Commitment to the daily application of Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community. /n - Promote Avera’s values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship. /n - Uphold Avera’s standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity. /n - Maintain confidentiality. /n - Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment. /n - Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable. Benefits You Need & Then Some Avera is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to qualifying part-time and full-time employees. We support you with opportunities to help live balanced, healthy lives. Benefits are designed to meet needs of today and into the future. - PTO available day 1 for eligible hires. - Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement - Career development guided by hands-on training and mentorship Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-605-504-4444 or send an email to talent@avera.org.

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