Critical Care Respiratory Therapist

MyMichigan Health; Alpena (MI); Presencial; USD 70.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

MyMichigan Health seeks an experienced Respiratory Therapist to perform cardiopulmonary care, administer medications, and support life-sustaining therapies across a hospital setting.

The role requires an RT license, BLS, and ongoing proficiency in ACLS/NRP/PALS as per MI guidelines. Responsibilities include rapid response participation, ventilator management, and patient assessment in a high-demand environment.

Formación

• Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy or equivalent
• Licensed Respiratory Therapist (RT) in good standing
• BLS certification required; ACLS/NRP/PALS as specified by MI policy
• NBRC certification required; ACLS/NRP mandatory within stated timelines
• Two years clinical experience preferred; hospital-based setting ideal

Responsabilidades

• Performs respiratory care and evaluations per protocol.
• Delivers medications via aerosol and metered dose inhalers.
• Responds to rapid responses and emergencies with life-support measures.
• Sets up and maintains oxygen and ventilation equipment according to protocol.

Conocimientos

Respiratory therapy

Ventilator care

Emergency response

Patient assessment

Educación

RT: Licensed Respiratory Therapist

BLS: Basic Life Support

NBRC: National Board Respiratory Care

ACLS: Advanced Cardiac Life Support

PALS: Pediatric Advanced Life Support

NRP: Neonatal Resuscitation

TEAM ADVANCED: Techniques for Effective Aggression Mgt

Descripción del empleo

MyMichigan Health seeks an experienced Respiratory Therapist to perform cardiopulmonary care, administer medications, and support life-sustaining therapies across a hospital setting.

The role requires an RT license, BLS, and ongoing proficiency in ACLS/NRP/PALS as per MI guidelines. Responsibilities include rapid response participation, ventilator management, and patient assessment in a high-demand environment.