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

Davita Inc.; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Detroit seeks a Licensed Respiratory Therapist to deliver comprehensive care to patients with respiratory insufficiencies. The role demands evaluating and implementing patient care plans, providing education on health conditions, and responding to emergencies. Qualified candidates should possess relevant degrees and certifications, along with a commitment to high-quality patient care.

Benefits

Up to $15,000 sign-on bonus

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Evaluate care for patients with respiratory insufficiencies.
• Develop treatment plans based on patient assessments.
• Monitor and communicate patient conditions and care plans.

Skills

Patient Care

Emergency Response

Patient Assessment

Equipment Monitoring

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 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