**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 (https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/benefits/) – 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. You’ll thrive in an environment that supports innovation, is committed to ending racism and supporting diversity, equity and inclusion, and provides the resources you need to succeed.

**Responsibilities**

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 about 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.

**Additional Qualifications** :

+ Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Therapy or healthcare related field is preferred.

+ Previous hospital experience preferred. Additional NBRC specialty credentials preferred.

+ Good verbal and written communication skills required.

+ Function with initiative and independent judgment,

+ Desire for continuous quality improvement.

**License/Certifications** :

+ Current Arizona Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) License required.

+ Must be credentialed through the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) or Canadian Board of Respiratory Care (CBRC) as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).

+ 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**

Nonexempt

**Compensation Detail**

$28.40 - $42.61 / hour

**Benefits Eligible**

Yes

**Schedule**

Full Time

**Hours/Pay Period**

72

**Schedule Details**

x3 12 hour shifts per week. Hours are 1800-0630.

**Weekend Schedule**

Every other weekend is required, as well as 3 rotating holidays each year.

**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. (https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/alllocations)

**Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer**

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.

**Recruiter**

Anna Francis

**Equal opportunity**

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.