Travel Contract

ECMO Specialist Respiratory Therapist
Minneapolis, MN
HonorVet Technologies
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,588/week

Posted 5 days ago

Overview

Start DateASAP
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftDays
Duration12 weeks

Pay

13% higher than average Allied Health Professional / Registered Respiratory Therapist pay in Minnesota

Estimated total pay

$2,588/week

Benefits

Vision benefits
License and certification reimbursement
Continuing Education
Medical benefits
Wellness and fitness programs
Dental benefits
Guaranteed Hours
Mileage reimbursement
Referral bonus
Bereavement
Holiday Pay
Sick pay
Retention bonus

Description

Job Title: RRT – ECMO Specialist (Nights)
Location: Minneapolis, MN 55407
Assignment Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Night 3x12-Hour (18:30 - 07:00)

Job Summary
Must have hands-on ECMO machine experience

Shift: 3x12 Nights (18:30–07:00); occasional rotation to days (06:30–19:00) as needed
Experience Required: Minimum 2 years as RRT 1 year as ECMO Specialist
First-Time Travelers: Accepted (must have at least 1-year ECMO experience)
Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
On-Call Requirement: Yes, as needed by the department
Floating: Required within scope based on facility needs
Block Scheduling: Can be discussed with the manager
Local Candidates: Accepted
License: Pending license accepted, must be active by start date
RTO (Requested Time Off): Ideally no more than 5 days

Certifications Required

ACLS
BLS
PALS
RRT
State License

Clinical Requirements
Work Setting

Adult Critical Care experience required

Airway Management Skills

Endotracheal tube care & suctioning
Intubation assist & extubation
Nasal/oral airway placement & suctioning
Tracheostomy care & suctioning
Pulmonary hygiene & sputum specimen collection

Patient Conditions Experience

ARDS, Aspiration, Bronchoscopy
COVID, ECMO, Fresh tracheostomy
Pneumonia

Medication Administration

Albuterol, Atrovent, Combivent, Flovent
Inhaled steroids, Flolan, Nitric Oxide (INo)
Mucomyst, Pulmicort, Racemic epinephrine
Spiriva, Tobramycin, Xopenex

Medication Delivery Systems

Aerosol mask and trach setup

Nebulizer Experience

Cold, Heated, Ultrasonic, Handheld
T-piece and Trach collar

Oxygen Therapy

Bag and mask, ET tube
High Flow Nasal Cannula (HFNC)
Portable oxygen tank
Protocol-driven ECMO, T-piece, Trach collar

Additional Clinical Skills

Arterial puncture
ABG interpretation and arterial blood gas collection
Chest physiotherapy (including vest therapy)

Ventilator Management

BiPAP, CPAP
SIMV ventilation
Troubleshooting high-pressure alarms
Mechanical ventilation weaning
Patient transport (intra-hospital & ambulance)

Facility Details

Type: Short-Term Acute Care
Designation: Magnet / Teaching / Level III Trauma Center
Total Beds: 672
Scrub Color: Ceil Blue (provided) or Olive Green (traveler-provided)
Charting System: Excellian / Epic

HonorVet Technologies Job ID #32132055. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics/RRT

Employer

HonorVet Technologies

About

HonorVet Technologies: Pioneering Purpose, Empowering Heroes

Founded in 2015, HonorVet Technologies stands as a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), proudly certified by NaVOBA and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Our mission goes beyond staffing—we are committed to transforming lives by addressing the critical unemployment challenges faced by veterans.

As a Joint Commission-certified clinical staffing agency, we deliver unmatched expertise in placing top-tier healthcare professionals—RNs, LPNs/LVNs, CNAs/CMAs, and NPs—across diverse facilities, including hospitals, clinics, rehabilitation centers, old-age homes, schools, correctional facilities, and more.

At HonorVet, we don't just fill roles; we bridge gaps, uplift communities, and honor the ones who served.

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About Minneapolis, MN

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Cost of Living

The cost of living in Minneapolis is slightly higher than the national average, particularly in housing and transportation.
However, wages generally match up with the higher cost of living, especially in healthcare and nursing.

Weather

Average summer highs in Minneapolis range from 80-85°F, while winter lows can drop to 5-10°F.
Winters are cold and snowy, while summers are warm and humid.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Minneapolis, and they can be found with relative ease, especially in popular neighborhoods and near healthcare facilities.

Transportation

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Public transportation is also available through buses and light rail, providing convenient options for getting around the city.

Demographics

Minneapolis is a diverse city with a wide range of ethnicities and ages.
Common health issues include seasonal allergies, asthma, and obesity.
There is a large population of travel nurses in Minneapolis, making it a welcoming community for healthcare professionals.

Things to Do

Minneapolis offers a vibrant dining scene with a variety of cuisines, a rich cultural scene with theaters and art museums, a thriving music scene, and plenty of outdoor activities including parks, biking trails, and skiing in the winter at nearby areas like Hyland Hills Ski Area.

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