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Work Here Wednesday: respiratory therapy

Children’s Minnesota is looking for respiratory therapists!

Now, during the COVID-19 pandemic—more than ever before—respiratory therapists are an essential part of caring for patients. Children’s Minnesota has openings for health care heroes who are ready to provide top-notch respiratory care to patients with a variety of health needs.

Respiratory therapy at Children’s Minnesota

Respiratory care at Children’s Minnesota is generating a new perspective with cutting edge clinical and diagnostic services, including the developing clinical treatment protocols for patients with cardiopulmonary disorders. In this position, you would work in a collaborative environment where your clinical and technical expertise will be valued by nursing and physician professionals. Children’s Minnesota encourages our respiratory care staff to participate in clinical and operational processes and research, and educate their peers and patients about the vital role respiratory care plays in patient safety and family-centered care. We are dedicated to the professional growth and development of each member of the respiratory care team.

Baby in the NICU getting respiratory care

Join our remarkable team

Children’s Minnesota is one of the nation’s largest pediatric health systems and the only health system in Minnesota to provide care exclusively to children, from before birth through young adulthood.

Interested in advancing your career by becoming a respiratory therapist? Apply today!

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