Respiratory Therapist

Job Overview

Fairview Range is hiring a Respiratory Therapist for our Respiratory Care team in Hibbing, MN.

Respiratory Therapy at Fairview Range is an integral part of our care team, providing world-class care to patients in inpatient, outpatient, and emergency settings. Based within the hospital, our team cares for patients in Acute Care, ICU, Emergency Department, Women's Health and Birth Center, and responds to emergency codes. Our team also works closely with the Sleep Lab, Pulmonary Function Lab, and Cardiac Rehab departments, as well as liaising with M Health Fairview’s Home Medical Equipment.

The Respiratory Care Practitioner specializes in the delivery of cardiopulmonary care and treatment of the patient from premature infants to geriatric. Care is provided at the patient’s bedside or in special function labs. The level of care given can range from critical care to diagnostic testing. Care is given using the current practice parameters and policies/procedures while supporting the goals, mission, vision, and values of Fairview Range. 

Schedule: This position will work 48-60 hours per two weeks. The shift length will be 12-hours on the day/evening/night shifts. Weekends: Every third 

Internal posting through: 11/14/26

About this unit:

• Department of approximately 14 staff, with over half the staff having 15+ years of experience.
• Adjacent Sleep Lab, Pulmonary Function lab.
• Teaching institution for area Respiratory Therapist programs.
• Level IV trauma center with a 17-bed Emergency Department and 4-bed ICU.
• Attends all deliveries and OB emergencies for Women’s Health and Birth Center which includes 4 labor and delivery suites.
• Responds to all emergency codes within Fairview Range Medical Center.

About Fairview Range

Fairview Range is an affiliate of Fairview Health Services. Together, we offer access to breakthrough medical research and specialty expertise as part of a continuum of care that reaches all ages and health needs. The most comprehensive health care network in northeastern Minnesota, Fairview Range includes Fairview Range Hospital, Fairview Range Clinics (with locations in Hibbing, Nashwauk, and Mountain Iron), and Fairview Range Home Care and Hospice.

Apply today to join our 34,000+ employees and 5,000+ system providers working to build lasting relationships with the people we serve: our patients, our communities, and each other.

As a Respiratory Therapist you will be responsible for:

• Advancing critical care procedures, including managing all ventilators and BiPAPs.
• Performing effective airway management including intubations, extubations, trach tube changes, bag/mask ventilation, conscious sedation.
• Routine respiratory care procedure on inpatients and outpatients.
• Performing diagnostic procedures including ECG’s, pulmonary function, and oximetry.
• Performing equipment assembly and testing.
• Effectively educating patients and students. Attending staff meetings, in-services and educational opportunities.

Required Qualifications

• Must maintain registration with State of Minnesota as a "State Registered Respiratory Care Practitioner."
• CRT/RRT or eligible with the NBRC.
• Current RRT or obtain within one year of hire date.
• Must have passed BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP, and BCS or willing and able to complete required class within first year of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5 years clinical experience

Benefit Overview

Fairview Range offers a generous benefits package, including but not limited to medical, dental,vision, PTO and Sick and Safe Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement and more! Please follow this link for additional information: https://www.fairview.org/benefits/rangenoncontract

Compensation Disclaimer

An individual's pay rate within the posted range may be determined by various factors, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization prioritizes pay equity and considers internal team equity when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.
EEO Statement

EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status