The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for the performance of respiratory therapy and associated diagnostics to include pulmonaryf unction testing, ECG, EEG and breath alcohol testing.

Essential Skills: 2-year degree in related field of study. 4-year degree in related field of study. Requires a Bachelor's or Associate Degree through an accredited school of respiratory care. CPR Certification. BLS. ACLS. Requires Registry by National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC), and Minnesota State Registration. Must become a Breath Alcohol Technician, obtain BLS, NRP, ACLS and PALS certificate within first year in the position. Must be competent in all Respiratory therapy treatments including but not limited to nebulizer, ventilator use and maintenance, Acapella, EKG completion, Pulmonary Function testing, Breath alcohol testing, tracheotomy care, MDI use and instruction, spirometry and oxygen admiminstration and assessments. Basic computer skills. Word. Patient information database (Cerner, EMR, American Data). Familiar with Information Technology Systems.

Nonessential Skils: CPR Certification. BLS. ACLS. Previous respiratory care experience is desired.