Registered Respiratory Therapist - $20+ per hour

Detroit Medical Center; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to join their dynamic team in Detroit. In this role, you will deliver essential respiratory therapy services, collaborating with a dedicated healthcare team to optimize patient care. The position offers a supportive environment where you can grow professionally and make a significant impact on the lives of patients. With a focus on community well-being, this role is perfect for those passionate about providing high-quality healthcare. Enjoy a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to be part of a leading medical institution committed to excellence.

Benefits

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Employee assistance programs

Life insurance

Discount program

Sign-On bonus

Qualifications

• Graduation from an AMA/CoARC approved program required.
• Must have RRT registration and licensure in Michigan.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapeutic and rehabilitative procedures for patients.
• Collaborate with healthcare team to develop care plans.
• Perform assessments and evaluate therapy effectiveness.

Skills

Respiratory Therapy

Patient Assessment

Collaboration with Healthcare Team

Instruction of Procedures

Education

Graduation from an AMA/CoARC approved Respiratory Care program

Associates degree in Science or Allied Health

Tools

BCLS certification

ACLS certification

Job description

Detroit Medical Center is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist for a job in Detroit, Michigan.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Duration: Ongoing
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Staff

**Up to $10,000 Sign on Bonus, based on amount of relevant experience**

DMC Detroit Receiving Hospital, Michigan’s first Level I Trauma Center, helped pioneer the evolution of emergency medicine and currently has one of the busiest and most well-equipped emergency departments anywhere. The first and largest verified burn center in the state is at Receiving, and it is one of only 43 in the nation. Receiving also offers the state’s leading 24/7 hyperbaric oxygen program, Metro Detroit’s first certified primary stroke center, and the nationally recognized and accredited DMC Rosa Parks Geriatric Center of Excellence.

Job Description:

Under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures, acts as a professional member of the health care team by providing respiratory therapy services throughout the continuum of care.

• Provides therapeutic and rehabilitative procedures and diagnostic tests for patients with, or at risk of, abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system.
• Collaborates with physicians, nurses and other members of the health care team to develop optimal cardiopulmonary care plans for patients.
• Performs patient assessments, evaluates the appropriateness and effectiveness of therapy, and determines which respiratory care activities can be delegated to other care team members.
• Instructs employees and students in the principles and practices of designated respiratory care procedures/tasks and evaluates their competence.
• May function as an in-charge therapist and preceptor, as requested.

Qualifications:

1. Graduation from an AMA/CoARC approved Respiratory Care program. Associates degree in Science, Allied Health or equivalent, or the equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

2. Registration (RRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC).

3. BCLS certification required. ACLS certification preferred.

4. Licensure to practice as a Respiratory Therapist in the State of Michigan.

About Detroit Medical Center

The Detroit Medical Center (DMC) is the leading academically–integrated hospital system in Metro Detroit, and one of the largest health care providers in Southeast Michigan. During our 150+ years of caring for the community, we have been recognized nationally with top awards in many aspects of hospital operations and patient care. The DMC is able to achieve these awards because of our exceptional employees.

The DMC has a proud legacy of caring for the people and the families that call Metro Detroit home; they’re our neighbors, our friends, and our community. That’s why the DMC serves everyone in the community who needs us; no one gets turned away who comes to us for care.

Employee Benefits

At the DMC, health and well-being are important to us, so we provide a range of benefits and options to help meet the needs of all eligible employees. In addition to a range of healthcare plans, including higher and lower deductible options, we offer dental, vision and an employee assistance plan. Basic life insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance are provided for free to eligible plan members. Employees can also choose to participate in one of several supplemental life insurance and/or disability plans, a legal services plan and an identity protection plan.

Benefits

• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Employee assistance programs
• Life insurance
• Discount program
• Sign-On bonus