Registered Respiratory Therapist Contingent Rotate

Tenet Healthcare; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Children's Hospital of Michigan seeks a Respiratory Therapist to provide comprehensive respiratory care services. The role requires collaboration with medical teams to optimize patient care and assessment of therapy effectiveness. Candidates should have relevant education, certifications, and state licensure, while the position offers flexibility in a PRN capacity.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an AMA/CoARC approved Respiratory Care program.
• Registration (RRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC).
• BCLS certification required, ACLS preferred.
• Licensure as a Respiratory Therapist in Michigan.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory therapy services throughout the continuum of care.
• Collaborate with medical staff to develop care plans.
• Instruct employees and students in respiratory care practices.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Therapeutic Procedures

Collaboration with Healthcare Team

Education

Associates degree in Science or Allied Health

Job description

Children’s Hospital of Michigan is an international leader in pediatric and adolescent medicine. Surgical services include general, thoracic, reconstructive and cardiovascular. Imaging technology designed specifically for children provides advanced diagnostic services including Positron Emission Tomography (PET) and MRI. The Children’s Hospital of Michigan Emergency Department is a verified Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center and dedicated pediatric burn center. Experts in pediatric critical care, rehabilitation, and neonatal and perinatal medicine provide care for thousands of children every year at Children’s Hospital of Michigan, Children’s Hospital of Michigan - Troy and six ambulatory sites.

Job Summary

Under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures, acts as a professional member of the health care team by providing respiratory therapy services throughout the continuum of care. Provides therapeutic and rehabilitative procedures and diagnostic tests for patients with, or at risk of, abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system. Collaborates with physicians, nurses and other members of the health care team to develop optimal cardiopulmonary care plans for patients. Performs patient assessments, evaluates the appropriateness and effectiveness of therapy, and determines which respiratory care activities can be delegated to other care team members. Instructs employees and students in the principles and practices of designated respiratory care procedures/tasks and evaluates their competence. May function as an in-charge therapist and preceptor, as requested.

Qualifications:

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

Job: Respiratory Therapy

Primary Location: Detroit, Michigan

Facility: DMC Children's Hospital of Michigan

Job Type: PRN

Shift Type: Rotating

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