Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Detroit Medical Center; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Career development

Health Savings Account

Flexible spending accounts

Employee Assistance

Employee discounts

Pet insurance

Legal insurance

Accident & critical illness insurance

Long-term care

Elder & childcare

Auto & home insurance

Job summary

Detroit Medical Center's DMC Receiving Hospital in Detroit, MI is seeking a Respiratory Services professional for PRN Evening shifts. The role involves providing cardiopulmonary care, assessments, and collaboration with the care team to optimize patient outcomes.

The position emphasizes supervision, education of staff and students, and potential responsibilities as in-charge therapist or preceptor when needed.

Qualifications

• 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.
• NBRC Respiratory Therapist (RRT) registration.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory therapy services across the continuum of care.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses and other health team members to develop care plans.
• Perform patient assessments and evaluate therapy effectiveness.
• Instruct employees and students in respiratory procedures and evaluate their competence.
• May act as in-charge therapist and preceptor as requested.

Job description

DMC Receiving Hospital

is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

Benefits Statement

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

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

• 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.
• Registration (RRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC).
• BCLS certification required. ACLS certification preferred.
• Licensure to practice as a Respiratory Therapist in the State of Michigan.

Facility 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.

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Job: Respiratory Services

Primary Location: Detroit, Michigan
Facility: DMC Receiving Hospital
Job Type: PRN
Shift Type: Evening

EEO Statement

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. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. Tenet participates in the E-Verify program. Follow the link below for additional information. E-Verify: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify The employment practices of Tenet Healthcare and its companies comply with all applicable laws and regulations.