CAR-REG RESPIRATORY THERAPIST - PER DIEM

Sparrow Health System; Carson City (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated respiratory therapist to provide essential care to patients in both in-house and outpatient settings. This role involves demonstrating respiratory procedures, maintaining equipment, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient management. Ideal candidates will possess advanced knowledge of cardiopulmonary anatomy and proficiency in recognizing cardiac arrhythmias. Join a team that values education and patient care, and make a meaningful impact in the lives of those you serve.

Qualifications

• State of Michigan RRT license is required.
• BCLS certification required; ACLS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides bedside respiratory care to patients as assigned.
• Educates patients and families about therapy and disease management.

Skills

Advanced knowledge of cardiopulmonary anatomy

Proficient in recognizing cardiac arrhythmias

Communication with healthcare professionals

Troubleshooting respiratory equipment

Education

Associates degree or certification by the NBRC

Completion of Neonatal Resuscitation Program

Job description

Job ID:47980 Positions Location: Carson City, MI Job Description General Purpose of Job: Provides
Description:

Positions Location: Carson City, MI

Job Description

General Purpose of Job:

Provides bedside respiratory care to patients as assigned by supervisors and given on the physician's written order for both in-house and out-patient care.

Essential Duties:

• Demonstrates respiratory care procedures to trainees, therapists, and other health care providers.


• Maintains minimum level of competency as described in the Orientation, Training and Competency manual.


• Communicates with physicians in matters relevant to patient status. Works in collaboration with other health professionals to ensure effective management of patient care.


• Maintains and troubleshoots respiratory equipment to ensure the accuracy of results and safety according to regulatory requirements


• Ensures availability of supplies and equipment for pulmonary function testing and respiratory therapy.


• Collects QI data as requested.


• Educates patient and family members/other caregivers as to the planned therapy, goals, and disease management.

• Ensures proper operation of equipment


• May be required to perform other diagnostic procedures. Diagnostic procedures may include, cardiac stress testing, cardiac event monitoring, Echocardiograms, Electroencephalograms, Holter monitoring, and Pulmonary Function Testing.


• Follows the hospital exposure control plans/blood borne and airborne pathogens.

Job Requirements

General Requirements	* State of Michigan RRT license * BCLS required. ACLS preferred.
Work Experience	None
Education	* Associates degree or certification by the NBRC is required. * Must complete Neonatal Resuscitation Program within one year of hire.
Specialized Knowledge and Skills	* Advanced knowledge of cardiopulmonary anatomy, physiology and hemodynamics. * Must be proficient in recognizing various cardiac arrhythmias.

University of Michigan Health-Sparrow is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

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Job Family
Clinical Professional/Technical/Allied Health
Requirements:

Shift	Variable
Degree Type / Education Level	Associate
Status	Per Diem
Facility	Sparrow Carson City
Experience Level	New Grad