Registered Respiratory Therapist Days FT Sign on Bonus available

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

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated Registered Respiratory Therapist for full-time night shifts. This role involves providing essential therapeutic and diagnostic care to patients with cardiopulmonary issues, collaborating closely with a dynamic healthcare team to develop effective treatment plans. The ideal candidate will possess the necessary certifications and licensure, along with a passion for patient care and education. Join a pioneering hospital renowned for its advanced emergency services and commitment to excellence in healthcare. If you are ready to make a significant impact in the lives of patients, this is the opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved Respiratory Care program is required.
• Registration by the National Board of Respiratory Care is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provides therapeutic and rehabilitative procedures for patients.
• Collaborates with healthcare team to develop care plans.

Skills

Therapeutic procedures

Diagnostic tests

Patient assessment

Collaboration with healthcare team

Instruction and evaluation

Education

Graduation from an AMA/CoARC approved Respiratory Care program

Associates degree in Science or Allied Health

Tools

BCLS certification

ACLS certification

Licensure to practice as a Respiratory Therapist

Job description

Job Description - Registered Respiratory Therapist Full Time Nights (2305002557)

Description:

DMC Detroit Receiving Hospital, Michigan’s first Level I Trauma Center, helped pioneer the evolution of emergency medicine and currently has one of the busiest and most well-equipped emergency departments anywhere. The first and largest verified burn center in the state is at Receiving, and it is one of only 43 in the nation. Receiving also offers the state’s leading 24/7 hyperbaric oxygen program, Metro Detroit’s first certified primary stroke center, and the nationally recognized and accredited DMC Rosa Parks Geriatric Center of Excellence.

Job Responsibilities:

• 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: Therapy and Rehabilitation

Primary Location: DMC Receiving Hospital

Scheduled Hours: 72

Shift Type: Nights

Shift begin time: 7:00 PM

FTE: 0.9

Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

Upon receipt of a conditional offer of employment, applicant will be required to undergo a criminal background check.