Job Title: CRT – ECMO Specialist (RRT) | Night Shift | Contract
Location: Minneapolis, MN
Compensation:
Local Pay: $2,139/week
Travel Pay: $2,542/week
Shift: Night Shift (6:30 PM – 7:00 AM)
Schedule: 3 × 12-hour shifts per week
Rotation: Occasional day shift rotation (6:30 AM – 7:00 PM)
Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
Contract Duration: 13 weeks
"Navitas Healthcare, LLC" is seeking a highly skilled Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) – ECMO Specialist to join a leading acute care facility. This role is ideal for experienced respiratory professionals with strong ECMO management expertise and a background in adult critical care.
The position requires advanced clinical judgment, hands-on ventilator management, and the ability to care for critically ill patients requiring ECMO support.
Operate and manage ECMO systems for critically ill patients
Provide advanced respiratory care in adult critical care settings
Assist with airway management, including intubation support and suctioning
Manage ventilators (BiPAP, CPAP, SIMV) and troubleshoot alarms
Perform arterial blood gas (ABG) collection and interpretation
Administer respiratory medications and therapies
Support procedures such as bronchoscopy and pulmonary hygiene
Assist with intra- and inter-departmental patient transport
Deliver oxygen therapies (HFNC, trach collar, T-piece, etc.)
Maintain accurate documentation in electronic medical records
Float within scope based on facility needs
CRT or RRT credential required
Minimum 2 years of RRT experience
Minimum 1 year of ECMO Specialist experience (required)
Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications
Active state license (or must be active prior to start)
Strong background in adult critical care
Proficiency in ABG interpretation and ventilator management
Experience with ARDS, ECMO, pneumonia, aspiration, and COVID patients
Tracheostomy care and fresh trach management
Advanced airway and suctioning techniques
Familiarity with aerosol and nebulizer delivery systems
Experience with inhaled medications (e.g., Albuterol, Nitric Oxide, Pulmicort, Tobramycin)
For more details contact at hdavda@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 516-862-1169.
About Navitas Healthcare, LLC certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.