Registered Respiratory Therapist Contingent Rotate

Tenet Healthcare; Commerce Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to join their team. This role involves providing therapeutic and diagnostic services for patients with cardiopulmonary issues, collaborating with healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care. Candidates must have relevant education, licensure, and certifications to succeed in this position.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an AMA/CoARC approved Respiratory Care program or equivalent education/experience.
• Registration (RRT) by the NBRC required.
• BCLS certification required; ACLS preferred.
• Licensure to practice as a Respiratory Therapist in Michigan.

Responsibilities

• Providing therapeutic, rehabilitative, and diagnostic procedures for patients with cardiopulmonary issues.
• Collaborating with healthcare team to develop care plans.
• Assessing patients and evaluating therapy effectiveness.

Skills

Therapeutic procedures

Diagnostic procedures

Collaboration

Patient assessment

Education

Graduation from an AMA/CoARC approved Respiratory Care program

Job description

Job Description - Registered Respiratory Therapist Contingent Rotate (2506001468)

Job Summary

Under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures, the respiratory therapist provides services as part of the healthcare team, supporting patient care across the continuum.

Responsibilities include:

1. Providing therapeutic, rehabilitative, and diagnostic procedures for patients with or at risk of cardiopulmonary issues.
2. Collaborating with physicians, nurses, and other team members to develop and implement optimal care plans.
3. Assessing patients, evaluating therapy effectiveness, and delegating activities appropriately.
4. Instructing and evaluating employees and students in respiratory care procedures.
5. May serve as in-charge therapist and preceptor as needed.

Qualifications:

1. Graduation from an AMA/CoARC approved Respiratory Care program or equivalent education/experience.
2. Registration (RRT) by the NBRC.
3. BCLS certification required; ACLS preferred.
4. Licensure to practice as a Respiratory Therapist in Michigan.

Employment practices are non-discriminatory based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or other protected classes.

Applicants will undergo a criminal background check upon conditional employment offer.

Participation in E-Verify and WOTC programs is required. For more information:

• E-Verify: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify
• WOTC: https://www.doleta.gov/business/incentives/opptax