A Respiratory Therapist assists patients who have trouble breathing because of a chronic respiratory illness, trauma, or other conditions. Administers tests to diagnose breathing problems, performs treatments to help patients breathe easier, or sets up breathing equipment such as ventilators. Works closely with physicians and other healthcare workers, and may also assist in providing emergency care to patients suffering from heart attacks, drowning, or shock. Works in hospitals; may also provide care and counseling to patients in their homes.
Competitive compensation, DAILYPAY Benefits effective Day One! No waiting periods. Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions Colleague Referral Program to earn cash and prizes Unlimited career growth opportunities with one of the largest Catholic healthcare organizations in the country
Tuition Reimbursement Position Purpose:
Providing respiratory care, including, but not limited to, ventilator care, aerosolized medication delivery, mucous mobilization, resuscitation, acquisition of arterial blood gases, education and supervision of respiratory therapy students. Registered Respiratory Therapist are also responsible for performance of bedside assessments and providing assistance to physicians and other healthcare providers with questions regarding respiratory care. Performance of diagnostic procedures related to respiratory care including EKG acquisition and pulmonary function determinations. What the
Registered Respiratory Therapist Will Do:
Familiar with all respiratory therapeutics and their actions, expected results and possible side effects. Responsible for complying with all policies including those dealing with incomplete orders, medication of therapy, adverse reactions, automatic stop orders, infection control, patient restraints and safety regulations. Perform all respiratory and cardiac diagnostic studies on patients of all ages. Maintain accurate and complete medical records. Disinfect and sterilize equipment.
Minimum Qualifications:
Licensure by the State of Michigan as a Respiratory Therapist. Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care If Certified Respiratory Therapist ( CRT ), then obtain RRT within 6 months of employment. Working knowledge of all aspects of Respiratory Care including diagnostics Current Certification in Basic Life Support, prefer to have Advanced Cardiac Life Support as well. Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
