CAR-REG RESPIRATORY THERAPIST - PER DIEM

Sparrow Health System; Michigan; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

A health system in Michigan is seeking a Per Diem Respiratory Therapist. The position involves providing respiratory care to both in-house and out-patient patients, maintaining equipment, and educating patients and families about therapy and disease management. This role requires an Associate's degree or NBRC certification and a valid state license.

Qualifications

• State of Michigan RRT license required.
• BCLS certification required; ACLS preferred.
• Completion of Neonatal Resuscitation Program within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provides bedside respiratory care to patients as assigned.
• Demonstrates respiratory care procedures to trainees and other health care providers.
• Maintains and troubleshoots respiratory equipment.

Skills

Advanced knowledge of cardiopulmonary anatomy

Proficient in recognizing various cardiac arrhythmias

Education

Associate's degree or NBRC certification

Job description

CAR-REG RESPIRATORY THERAPIST - PER DIEM

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Job ID: 47980

Positions Location: Carson City, MIJob DescriptionGeneral Purpose of Job:Provides

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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