Registered Respiratory Therapist Full Time Days

Tenet Healthcare; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist for full-time days. This role involves providing respiratory therapy services, patient assessments, and collaboration with healthcare teams to ensure optimal cardiopulmonary care. Ideal candidates will have relevant qualifications and experience, ensuring quality care across various patient scenarios.

Qualifications

• Graduation from accredited Respiratory Care program required.
• Registration (RRT) by the NBRC is mandatory.
• BCLS and ACLS certifications required/preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides therapeutic and rehabilitative procedures for patients.
• Collaborates with health care team to develop care plans.
• Instructs staff and evaluates competence in respiratory procedures.

Skills

Respiratory Care

Patient Assessment

Collaboration

Therapeutics

Education

Graduation from AMA/CoARC approved Respiratory Care program

Associates degree in Science, Allied Health or equivalent

Job description

Job Description - Registered Respiratory Therapist Full Time Days (2506000707)

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.

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.

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