Registered Respiratory Therapist-36 Hours per week- 3-12 hour DAY shifts- Detroi

Davita Inc.; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Licensed Respiratory Therapist for full-time shifts at Henry Ford St. John Hospital in Detroit. The role includes evaluating and treating patients with respiratory conditions, developing care plans, and educating families. Candidates must possess an Associate's degree or relevant experience, state licensure, and be prepared to work a day shift every other weekend.

Benefits

Up to a $15,000 Sign on Bonus

Comprehensive healthcare benefits

Qualifications

• Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
• Licensed Respiratory Therapist credentialed from the Michigan Board of Respiratory Care required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate care for patients with respiratory insufficiencies.
• Develop and implement patient care plans.
• Educate patients and families on health conditions.

Skills

Patient Evaluation

Advanced Respiratory Care

Patient Education

Emergency Response

Education

Associate's degree or Technical degree

Job description

Department: Respiratory Therapy

Up to a $15,000 Sign on Bonus- based on areas you will train in & based on eligibility

FULL Time (36 hours per week); DAY Shift 630am to 700pm. every other weekend and holiday

Henry Ford St. John Hospital & Medical Center - Detroit, MI

GENERAL SUMMARY

• Provide evaluation of and care for patients with respiratory insufficiencies.


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


• Implement and monitor patient care plan and equipment. Monitor, record and communicate patient condition. Perform advanced respiratory care modalities.


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


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


• Respond to emergency resuscitation team code.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

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

CERTIFICATION/LICENCES REQUIRED

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association accepted. -


• Licensed Respiratory Therapist credentialed from the Michigan Board of Respiratory Care obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.


• Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association accepted.


• Certification specializing in Neonatal Resuscitation credentialed from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) preferred. -


• Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association accepted.

Additional Information

• Organization: Henry Ford Health St. John Hospital


• Shift: Day Job


• Union Code: Not Applicable