Respiratory Care Assistant- 20 hours a week
How this pay compares
This posting states $16.45–$24.52 an hour. Open respiratory therapist jobs in Minnesota post a median of $48.40 an hour, the middle half $43.70–$51.30, across 27 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post. Respiratory therapists employed in Minnesota earn a median of $47.46 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
Respiratory therapists in Minnesota: pay by town and employer
Union record
By the bargaining notices filed with the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service, unions bargain for workers at Essentia Health here: United Steel, Paper & Forestry, Rubber, Manufacturing, Energy, Allied Industrial & Service Workers International Union District 11 AFL-CIO 9460-** at Duluth, MN (800 workers, contract up for renewal 30 Jun 2024); International Union of Operating Engineers Local 70 at Duluth, MN (671 workers, contract up for renewal 31 Mar 2026); United Steel, Paper & Forestry, Rubber, Manufacturing, Energy, Allied Industrial & Service Workers International Union District 11 AFL-CIO 9460-11 at Duluth, MN (300 workers, contract up for renewal 30 Jun 2024). Each union represents its own unit: ask the recruiter whether this position is in one. Healthcare union contracts.
Workplace injuries
Bldg B-St. Marys Medical Center in Duluth reported 139 work injuries and illnesses to OSHA for 2025 over 4,392,596 hours worked: 6.3 per 100 full-time workers, against 5.1 per 100 full-time workers at general hospitalsnationwide. 1 of them describes violence by a patient, resident or client in the case's own words. This is the employer's own report. Workplace injuries by employer.
OSHA inspections here
OSHA inspected 107424 - Smdc Medical Center Dba Essentia Health Duluth in Duluth, MN on 11 Apr 2024 and cited 6 violations (6 serious), most under bloodborne pathogens (needlesticks and blood exposure), $27,300 in penalties as they stand. A citation says what OSHA found then, not how the site is now. Workplace injuries and OSHA citations.
What Minnesota requires of a respiratory therapist
Respiratory therapist license, from the Minnesota Board of Medical Practice.
- Proof of an approved respiratory therapy education program, a qualifying score on a credentialing exam taken within five years before applying, and a current NBRC (or board-approved national) credential; reciprocity needs a current credential and eight weeks of practice in the previous five years (Minn. Stat. 147C.15).
- Staying active: Licenses expire annually; every two years a licensee must show 24 hours of board-approved continuing education (Minn. Stat. 147C.25).
Respiratory therapist jobs and requirements in Minnesota · Every state's rule
Physical, occupational, speech and respiratory therapy jobs in our research
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- Applicant demand per open job on this site (1.00x is the average job): Index 0.22x · Clicks 25
- How often these jobs state their pay: Jobs stating any pay 52.7% · Stating an hourly rate 32.4%
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About the job
Building Location
Building B - St Marys Medical Center
Department
2002760 RESPIRATORY CARE SERVICE - SMMC HOSP
Job Description
Responsible for cleaning, sterilizing and stocking of medical supplies for Respiratory Care Services, Pulmonary Function Lab and Sleep Disorders Center. Is responsible for daily oxygen rounds, oxygen equipment changes and oxygen cylinder delivery to all patient care areas. Responsible for the daily audit and submission of Respiratory Care billing.
This is a physically active position that requires regular lifting and moving of items weighing up to 20 pounds. Candidates must be able to safely lift, carry, push, and move oxygen tanks as part of their daily responsibilities.
This position also involves the daily use of cleaning products to clean and sanitize equipment and work areas. Candidates should be comfortable working with cleaning chemicals and following all safety procedures.
Education Qualifications
None
Licensure/Certification Qualifications
None
FTE
0.5
Possible Remote/Hybrid Option
Shift Rotation
Evening Rotation (United States of America)
Shift Start Time
Afternoons
Shift End Time
Afternoons
Weekends
Weekends as needed
Holidays
Yes
Call Obligation
No
Union
SMMC USWA (SMUMS)
Union Posting Deadline
08/11/2026
Compensation Range
$16.45 - $24.52
Employee Benefits at Essentia Health: At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.
From Essentia Health's job posting, checked 9 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About Essentia Health
Essentia Health is a health system with more than 16,500 (source: Essentia Health, About Essentia Health) employees, 14 (source: Essentia Health, About Essentia Health) hospitals and 80 (source: Essentia Health, About Essentia Health) clinics serving patients in Minnesota, Wisconsin and North Dakota. Source: Essentia Health, About Essentia Health
Based in Duluth, MNHires in Minnesota, North Dakota, WisconsinPay on its listings: 61.1% of its open jobs state an hourly rate
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