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Company DescriptionHenry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford's care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation's most respected academic medical centers and is leading the

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Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus.

Job DescriptionRespiratory Therapist

• RegistrationDepartmentSleep Medicine
• Outpatient ClinicHenry Ford Medical Center
• Columbus39450 W 12 Mile Rd Novi, MI 48377Work ScheduleFull-Time (36 Hours Per Week)Day Shift We are seeking a detail-oriented and compassionate Respiratory Therapist to join our healthcare team in Novi, United States.

In this role, you will provide essential respiratory care services to patients across various clinical settings, utilizing your expertise in respiratory therapy to improve patient outcomes. You will work collaboratively with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality patient care while maintaining the highest standards of clinical excellence and professionalism.

Assess and monitor patients' respiratory status, including vital signs, oxygen saturation levels, and breathing patternsAdminister oxygen therapy and other respiratory treatments according to physician orders and established protocolsManage and troubleshoot mechanical ventilation systems, ensuring proper function and patient safetyPerform airway management procedures, including intubation assistance and extubation supportConduct pulmonary function tests and interpret results to assist in patient diagnosis and treatment planningMaintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in the electronic health records systemEducate patients and families on respiratory conditions, treatment options, and proper use of respiratory equipmentCollaborate with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to develop and implement patient care plansAdhere to infection control protocols and maintain a safe, sterile environmentRespond promptly to patient emergencies and provide respiratory support as neededStay current with respiratory care best practices and participate in ongoing professional development

QualificationsQualifications:

Current Respiratory Therapist Registration or Certification (NBRC or equivalent state certification)Proven experience in respiratory care delivery and patient assessmentStrong knowledge of respiratory diseases, conditions, and treatment modalitiesProficiency with mechanical ventilation systems and oxygen delivery equipmentExcellent clinical documentation and communication skillsAbility to work efficiently in fast-paced, dynamic healthcare environmentsStrong attention to detail and analytical skills for patient monitoring and assessmentDemonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare teamKnowledge of infection control and safety protocols

Preferred:

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Preferred:

Experience in critical care, intensive care unit (ICU), or emergency department settings

Preferred:

Proficiency with electronic health records (EHR) systems

Preferred:

Experience with pulmonary function testing and interpretation