Reg Respiratory Therapist

Davita Inc.; Rochester (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Davita Inc. is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide care for patients with respiratory insufficiencies at Henry Ford Rochester Hospital. This role includes assessing patients, developing care plans, and implementing advanced respiratory modalities during weekend night shifts.

Qualifications

• Experience: 2 years cumulative in respiratory care.
• Certification as a Respiratory Therapist required.
• Education: Associate's degree or Technical degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assesses patients for appropriate treatment plans and implements care based on diagnosis.
• Monitors and communicates patient condition; performs advanced respiratory care.
• Educates patients and families on health and community support options.

Skills

Advanced Life Support

BLS Provider

Pediatric Advanced Life Support

Respiratory Therapist Certification

Education

High School diploma equivalency

Associate's degree/Technical degree

4 years of applicable job specific experience

Job description

Sign on Bonus: $5,625.00

Schedule: Weekends nights 1900-0730 (FRi-Sun) 2 out of 3 weekends and Holidays.

General Summary:

Provides evaluation of and care for patients with respiratory insufficiencies.

Responsibilities:

• Assesses patient for appropriate type and frequency of treatment and develops a plan of care based on diagnosis.


• Implements and monitors patient care plan and equipment. Monitors, records and communicates patient condition. Performs advanced respiratory care modalities.


• Evaluates respiratory practice, administration of medications, and treatment based on patient outcome.


• Educates the patient and family about the health condition and provides information about community support groups and other available programs.


• Responds to emergency resuscitation team code.

Requirements:

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience


• Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.


• Advanced Life Support


• BLS Provider


• Pediatric Advanced Life Support


• Respiratory Therapist Certification

Additional Information

• Organization: Henry Ford Rochester Hospital


• Department: Respiratory Care 001


• Shift: Night Job


• Union Code: Not Applicable