Registered Respiratory Therapist Full Time Days

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

Job summary

DMC Sinai-Grace Hospital is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to provide essential respiratory care services. In this full-time role, you will assess patient conditions, collaborate with the health care team, and perform diagnostic tests. Candidates must have the necessary educational qualifications and certifications to practice in Michigan, ensuring high standards of care for patients.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide therapeutic and rehabilitative procedures for cardiopulmonary patients.
• Collaborate with healthcare team to develop cardiopulmonary care plans.
• Conduct patient assessments and evaluate therapy effectiveness.

Skills

Evaluate patient conditions

Operate respiratory therapy equipment

Interpersonal communication

Physical stamina

Observational skills

Education

Graduation from an AMA/CoARC approved Respiratory Care program

Associates degree in Science or Allied Health

Job description

DMC Sinai-Grace Hospitalis DMC’s largest hospital, offering a comprehensive heart center, cancer care, gerontology, emergency medicine, obstetrics/gynecology and cosmetic services. Sinai-Grace’s joint replacement program features a revolutionary minimally invasive knee and hip replacement surgery that attracts patients from all over the country. Sinai-Grace operates more than 21 outpatient care sites and ambulatory surgery centers throughout Wayne and Oakland Counties and is one of 10 hospitals in the nation to be awarded a Robert Wood Johnson Foundation grant to help set the standards of cardiac care for hospitals and physicians throughout the nation.

Summary Description

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:

Minimum 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.

Skills Required

1. Skills necessary to evaluate patient conditions and operate all respiratory therapy and bedside pulmonary function equipment.

2. Skills necessary to calculate and regulate respiratory therapy modalities.

3. Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively communicate with patients and medical, nursing and professional staff to explain procedures and elicit cooperation.

4. Physical stamina necessary for frequent standing, walking, and lifting and positioning of patients.

5. Observational skills to judge changes in patient's condition and assess emergency situations.

6. Knowledge of regulatory standards associated with the field of Respiratory Care in the hospital (e.g., OSHA, MIOSHA, CAP, JCAHO, NFPA, ATS, CLIA, etc.).

Job: Respiratory Therapy

Primary Location: Detroit, Michigan

Facility: DMC Sinai-Grace Hospital

Job Type: Full Time

Shift Type: Day

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