Registered Respiratory Therapist Nights FT

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

Job summary

Join Tenet Healthcare as a Registered Respiratory Therapist, providing vital respiratory therapy services at DMC Harper University Hospital. This full-time position requires specific qualifications and certifications, offering a competitive salary with a sign-on bonus. Enjoy working in a supportive and diverse environment dedicated to patient care and community health.

Qualifications

• Certification as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) required.
• BCLS and ACLS certifications required/preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory therapy services and collaborate with healthcare team.
• Conduct assessments and evaluate effectiveness of therapy.
• Instruct employees and students in respiratory care procedures.

Skills

Therapeutic procedures

Diagnostic tests

Patient assessments

Education

Graduation from an AMA/CoARC approved Respiratory Care program

Associates degree in Science, Allied Health or equivalent

Job description

Job Description - Registered Respiratory Therapist Nights FT (2205002324)

Registered Respiratory Therapist Nights FT

Description

Description :

**Up to $10,000 Sign on Bonus, based on amount of relevant experience**

DMC Harper University Hospitalhas distinguished itself in surgery and medicine and is known for its clinical expertise and innovative research. A specialty referral hospital, Harper has established Centers of Excellence in neurosciences, bariatric surgery, vascular services, multidisciplinary cardiovascular services, hypertension, stroke prevention and heart failure.

Job 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

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

Job

: Respiratory Therapy

Primary Location

Hospital/Facility

Job Type : Full-time

Shift Type : Nights

Job Number:

Job Number:

2205002324

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