Registered Respiratory Therapist- Day Shift- Weekends only; Southfield

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

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Southfield is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist for a full-time position focusing on patient evaluation and care. The role requires expertise in respiratory care modalities and the ability to educate patients and families. Candidates should hold an Associate's degree or equivalent experience, with certifications in BLS and a licensed Respiratory Therapist credential. This position offers a $7500 sign-on bonus and is focused on weekend shifts.

Benefits

$7500 Sign-on Bonus

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of ICU experience preferred.
• NICU experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide evaluation and care for patients with respiratory insufficiencies.
• Implement and monitor patient care plans and equipment.
• Educate patients and families about health conditions.

Skills

Patient Care

Assessment

Education

Education

Associate's or technical degree

4 years of applicable job-specific experience

Tools

BLS Provider certification

Licensed Respiratory Therapist credential

Job description

Department: Respiratory Therapy

$7500 Sign-on Bonus, based on eligibility

Full-time position: 36 hours per week, 7AM-7:30PM. WEEKENDS ONLY - alternating schedules available (e.g., Fri, Sat & Sun or Sat, Sun & Mon).

Location: Henry Ford Providence - Southfield, MI

GENERAL SUMMARY

• Provide evaluation and care for patients with respiratory insufficiencies.


• Assess patients to determine appropriate treatment types and frequency; develop care plans based on diagnoses.


• Implement and monitor patient care plans and equipment; record and communicate patient conditions.


• Perform advanced respiratory care modalities.


• Evaluate respiratory practices, medication administration, and treatments based on patient outcomes.


• Educate patients and families about health conditions and available community resources.


• Respond to emergency resuscitation team codes.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Associate's or technical degree, or 4 years of applicable job-specific experience.


• 3-5 years of ICU experience preferred.


• NICU experience a plus.

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES REQUIRED

• BLS Provider certification within 1 month of hire or transfer (American Heart Association accepted).


• Licensed Respiratory Therapist credential from the Michigan Board of Respiratory Care prior to hire or transfer.


• Advanced Life Support (ALS) preferred.


• Neonatal Resuscitation Certification from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) preferred.


• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) preferred.

Additional Information

• Organization: Henry Ford Providence Hospitals


• Department: Respiratory Therapy 001


• Shift: Day shift


• Union Code: Not Applicable