Registered Respiratory Therapist/Pulmonary Function Technician

Trinity Health; Shelby Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision

Tuition Reimbursement

Colleague Referral Program

Retirement savings plan with employer match

Unlimited career growth opportunities

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist/Pulmonary Function Technician in Shelby Charter Township, Michigan. This full-time role involves providing comprehensive respiratory care and performing diagnostic procedures for patients of all ages. Candidates must possess licensure as a Respiratory Therapist in Michigan, certification by the National Board for Respiratory Care, and current Basic Life Support certification. The position offers competitive benefits from day one, including medical and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Licensure as a Respiratory Therapist in Michigan required.
• Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care is essential.
• Basic Life Support certification mandatory; Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care including ventilator care and medication delivery.
• Perform bedside assessments and diagnostic procedures.
• Educate and supervise respiratory therapy students.

Skills

Compliant with respiratory policies

Ability to perform respiratory and cardiac diagnostic studies

Knowledge of respiratory therapeutics

Maintain medical records

Education

Licensure by the State of Michigan as a Respiratory Therapist

Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care

Current Certification in Basic Life Support

Job description

Registered Respiratory Therapist/Pulmonary Function Technician

Join to apply for the Registered Respiratory Therapist/Pulmonary Function Technician role at Trinity Health.

• Benefits effective Day One! No waiting periods.
• Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability
• Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions
• Colleague Referral Program to earn cash and prizes
• Unlimited career growth opportunities with one of the largest Catholic healthcare organizations in the country
• Tuition Reimbursement

Employment Type Full time

Shift 12 Hour Day Shift

Hours | Schedule

• 36 Hours per week, Full-Time
• Day shift

Position Purpose

Providing respiratory care, including, but not limited to, ventilator care, aerosolized medication delivery, mucous mobilization, resuscitation, acquisition of arterial blood gases, education and supervision of respiratory therapy students. Registered Respiratory Therapist are also responsible for performance of bedside assessments and providing assistance to physicians and other healthcare providers with questions regarding respiratory care. Performance of diagnostic procedures related to respiratory care including EKG acquisition and pulmonary function determinations.

What The Registered Respiratory Therapist Will Do

• Familiar with all respiratory therapeutics and their actions, expected results and possible side effects.
• Responsible for complying with all policies including those dealing with incomplete orders, medication of therapy, adverse reactions, automatic stop orders, infection control, patient restraints and safety regulations.
• Perform all respiratory and cardiac diagnostic studies on patients of all ages.
• Maintain accurate and complete medical records.
• Disinfect and sterilize equipment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Licensure by the State of Michigan as a Respiratory Therapist.
• Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care.
• If Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT), then obtain RRT within 6 months of employment.
• Working knowledge of all aspects of Respiratory Care including diagnostics.
• Current Certification in Basic Life Support; prefer Advanced Cardiac Life Support as well.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.