Registered Respiratory Therapist Contingent Days

Tenet Healthcare; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

DMC Detroit Receiving Hospital seeks a respiratory therapist to deliver outpatient and inpatient care, perform diagnostics, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team. Candidates should be graduates of an accredited respiratory care program, holding the required certifications, and possess a Michigan licensure.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an AMA/CoARC approved Respiratory Care program.
• BCLS certification required; ACLS certification preferred.
• Licensure to practice in Michigan.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapeutic, rehabilitative, and diagnostic care for patients.
• Collaborate with healthcare team to develop optimal care plans.
• Evaluate therapy effectiveness and instruct employees/students.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Therapeutic Procedures

Rehabilitative Procedures

Education

Associate degree in Science or Allied Health

Registration (RRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care

Job description

DMC Detroit Receiving Hospital, Michigan’s first Level I Trauma Center, is known for pioneering emergency medicine and has one of the busiest, most well-equipped emergency departments. It features the state’s first and largest verified burn center, one of only 43 in the nation, along with a 24/7 hyperbaric oxygen program, Metro Detroit’s first certified primary stroke center, and the nationally recognized DMC Rosa Parks Geriatric Center of Excellence.

Job Summary

Under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures, the respiratory therapist provides services throughout the continuum of care. Responsibilities include performing therapeutic, rehabilitative, and diagnostic procedures for patients with or at risk of cardiopulmonary abnormalities. The therapist collaborates with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare team members to develop and implement optimal care plans. They perform patient assessments, evaluate therapy effectiveness, and delegate activities as appropriate. The therapist also instructs and evaluates employees and students in respiratory care procedures and may serve as an in-charge therapist or preceptor.

Qualifications

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