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

Henry Ford Health System; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health System is seeking a full-time Respiratory Therapist at its St. John Hospital in Detroit. The role involves providing expert care for patients with respiratory issues, developing treatment plans, and educating patients and families. Competitive compensation includes a sign-on bonus of up to $15,000.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or 4 years of applicable job experience required.
• BLS Provider certification needed within 30 days of hire.
• Licensed Respiratory Therapist credentialed from Michigan Board required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and care for patients with respiratory insufficiencies.
• Implement and monitor patient care plans and advanced modalities.
• Educate patients and families about health conditions.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Respiratory Care Modalities

Patient Education

Emergencies Response

Education

Associate's degree/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 Associationaccepted.
• 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