Mid-Shift Respiratory Therapist - Sign-On Bonus

Lifepoint Health; Ishpeming Township (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

Financial Protection & PTO

Financial & Career Growth

Employee Well-being

Professional Development

Job summary

UP Health System Bell in Ishpeming, MI is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to join our team. The role is mid-shift, 32 hours per week (.8 FTE), with a $10,000 sign-on bonus for eligible external candidates.

As an RT, you will measure lung capacity, deliver therapies, monitor patient status, educate families, and participate in care initiatives. MI license (RRT) and BLS-HCP required; PALS/NRP preferred within a year.

Qualifications

• Michigan RT license (RRT) required.
• Associate's degree in respiratory care from an accredited program.
• Graduated from a CoARC approved respiratory care school.
• BLS-HCP certification required; PALS and NRP within one year.
• 1 year of related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Measures lung capacity and analyzes blood samples using a blood gas analyzer.
• Delivers and assesses response to ordered therapy; monitors patient condition.
• Evaluates respiratory care policies based on outcomes and best practices.
• Responds to codes and emergent calls; delivers appropriate treatment.
• Educates patient and family about illness and community resources.
• Manages respiratory care supplies and equipment; maintains storage areas.
• Disassembles, cleans, and sterilizes equipment; performs maintenance/calibration.

Skills

RRT license (Michigan)

BLS-HCP

PALS within 1 year

NRP within 1 year

1 year related experience

Education

Associate's degree in respiratory care

CoARC approved respiratory care program

Job description

UP Health System Bell in Ishpeming, MI is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to join our team. The role is mid-shift, 32 hours per week (.8 FTE), with a $10,000 sign-on bonus for eligible external candidates.

As an RT, you will measure lung capacity, deliver therapies, monitor patient status, educate families, and participate in care initiatives. MI license (RRT) and BLS-HCP required; PALS/NRP preferred within a year.