ICU Respiratory Therapist — Critical Care

Henry-Ford-Health-2; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health in Detroit is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to deliver life-support, resuscitation, and medical gases therapy in critical care units. You will perform diagnostic procedures, maintain clinical expertise, and document patient care while collaborating with ICU teams.

Join a mission-driven organization offering continuous learning and opportunities to grow within a nationally recognized health system, located at our flagship campus near Midtown.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapist program.
• Associate of Science Degree, minimum.
• Registration with the National Board of Respiratory Care.
• Current License as a Respiratory Therapist in the State of Michigan (new graduates have 90 days to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Deliver life-support, resuscitation, and medical gases therapy to critical care patients.
• Perform invasive and non-invasive diagnostic procedures for Intensive Care and General Practice Units.
• Maintain clinical expertise and provide support across various business units.
• Communicate effectively with patients, co-workers, physicians, and other system employees.
• Document all aspects of patient care accurately.
• Supervise, direct, and delegate tasks to respiratory orienteers, externs, and students.

Skills

Communication

Documentation

Clinical care

Education

Associate of Science Degree

Graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapist program

NBRC Registration

Michigan Respiratory Therapist License

Job description

Henry Ford Health in Detroit is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to deliver life-support, resuscitation, and medical gases therapy in critical care units. You will perform diagnostic procedures, maintain clinical expertise, and document patient care while collaborating with ICU teams.

Join a mission-driven organization offering continuous learning and opportunities to grow within a nationally recognized health system, located at our flagship campus near Midtown.