New Graduate Respiratory Therapist - Full Time Nightshift

Select Specialty Hospital; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 35,459 - 50,502; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus of $15,000

Tuition reimbursement

Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental plans

Company-matching 401(k) plan

Generous PTO

Job summary

A critical illness recovery hospital is looking for a full-time Respiratory Therapist for the night shift in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The role involves evaluating patients, providing respiratory care for complex cases, and promoting quality improvement. Candidates must graduate from an accredited program and hold an active CRT or RRT credential along with necessary certifications. A sign-on bonus and competitive pay package are offered for this essential healthcare position.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
• Active CRT or RRT credential required.
• BLS certification is required.
• ACLS certification must be obtained within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and determine their treatment plans.
• Provide respiratory care for critically ill patients.
• Insert and remove endotracheal tubes.
• Encourage quality improvement in care.
• Educate patients and their families.

Skills

Patient evaluation

Endotracheal tube insertion

Compassionate patient care

Quality improvement promotion

Patient and family education

Education

Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program

Active CRT or RRT credential

Current BLS certification

ACLS certification (within 6 months of hire)

Job description

Critical Illness Recovery Hospital

Location: Grand Rapids, Michigan (5th floor of Corewell Health Blodgett Hospital)

Position: Respiratory Therapist (RT) – Full Time Nightshift

Hours: 7:00 pm – 7:30 am

Sign‑On Bonus: $15,000

Pay: Starting at $31.20 per hour (Competitive shift differentials for nights and weekends)

As a critical illness recovery hospital, we are committed to providing world‑class inpatient post‑ICU services to chronic, critically ill patients who require extended healing and recovery. Respiratory Therapists play a central role in providing compassionate, excellent treatment every step of the way.

We Support Your Career Growth and Personal Well‑being

• Start strong: Extensive 10‑13‑week structured new graduate orientation program with a dedicated preceptor.
• Invest in your future: Tuition reimbursement and continuing education.
• Elevate your skills: Clinical ladder programs.
• Ease the burden: Student debt benefit program.
• Recharge & refresh: Generous PTO for full‑time team members to maintain a healthy work‑life balance.
• Your health matters: Comprehensive medical, Rx, vision and dental plan offerings for full‑time team members.
• Invest in your future: Company‑matching 401(k) retirement plan, plus life and disability protection for full‑time team members.
• Your impact matters: Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care.

Applicants may apply before being licensed; however, a license must be obtained by the start date.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and recommend an appropriate treatment plan.
• Provide respiratory care to patients with critical and complex medical and surgical conditions.
• Insert and remove endotracheal tubes.
• Promote continuous quality improvement.
• Teach and counsel patients and families.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
• Hold an “Active” CRT or RRT credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) or state equivalent.
• Provide proof of graduation: college transcript or diploma (preferred) or high‑school transcript or GED.
• Current BLS certification.
• Current state licensure required; student or educational permit acceptable in accordance with state regulations.
• ACLS certification required within 6 months of hire.