Respiratory Care Assistant

Spectrum Health; Royal Oak (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 44,000; Part time

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Job summary

Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital in Royal Oak is seeking a Casual/PRN Respiratory Therapy Assistant to support care under the supervision of a Registered Respiratory Therapist. You will assist with therapy modalities, oxygen setup, and patient education for diverse ages.

The role emphasizes adherence to care plans, documentation, and teamwork in a fast-paced hospital setting. Employment type is part time with day shifts and variable weekends.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Respiratory Therapy degree program.
• Must complete department training modules and competency check-offs.
• Re-evaluation occurs if graduation has not yet occurred after two years.
• Completed basic therapy clinical rotation from the college program.
• CRT certification and BLS preferred at hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide care to patients under supervision of a Registered Respiratory Therapist.
• Follow the patient care plan and protocols for meds and oxygen titration.
• Set up and monitor non-invasive ventilation when required.
• Process equipment and perform high-level disinfection of supplies.
• Review orders, document electronically, and reinforce education for patients and families.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Clinical skills

Education

Respiratory Therapy degree student

CRT Certification

BLS Certification

Job description

Royal Oak - Casual/PRN position

Our Respiratory Care Department is dedicated to providing comprehensive respiratory therapy services to patients of all ages. Our team of skilled respiratory therapists works collaboratively with physicians and other healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality care, including advanced diagnostic testing, therapeutic interventions, and patient education. We utilize the latest technology and evidence-based practices to manage and treat a wide range of respiratory conditions, ensuring our patients receive the best possible outcomes. Join us in our mission to improve respiratory health and enhance the quality of life for our patients.

About Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital

Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital opened on Jan. 24, 1955 as a 238-bed community hospital. Today, the hospital is a 1,101-bed major academic and referral center with Level I adult trauma and Level II pediatric trauma designations. Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital has 43 residency and fellowship programs with 454 residents and fellows. Corewell is the exclusive clinical partner of the Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine, with more than 1,400 doctors on faculty.

Scope of Work

• Under the supervision of a Registered Respiratory Therapist, provides care to patients with acute and chronic illness by administering various therapeutic modalities and by providing reinforcement for the education and instruction developed in the patient care plan.
• Follows the patient care plan as developed by the registered respiratory therapist, adhering to protocols for the delivery of medication and oxygen setups/titration.
• Set up and monitor patients placed on non-invasive ventilation (depending on site).
• Equipment processing, including high level disinfection of reusable supplies, oxygen tank maintenance, replenishing of par levels as needed.
• Performs chart review for verification of orders; provide electronic documentation; provide reinforcement of patient and family education.

Qualifications Required

• Current enrollment in a Respiratory Therapy degree program.
• Required To work as an RCA, selected candidates must successfully complete training modules and competency check offs (tailored to their scope of practice) developed by the department.
• Required Incumbent will be re-evaluated in two years if graduation did not occur.
• Completed the basic therapy clinical rotation in the employee’s perspective college program.
• Required CRT-At least one Certification from preferred list - UNKNOWN Unknown
• Upon Hire required CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association preferred Or CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross preferred

How Corewell Health cares for you

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.
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• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
• Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location

Primary Location SITE - Royal Oak Hospital - 3601 W 13 Mile Rd - Royal Oak
Department Name Respiratory Therapy - Royal Oak Hosp
Employment Type Part time
Shift Day (United States of America)
Weekly Scheduled Hours 0.04 Hours of Work
Variable Days Worked Variable Weekend Frequency Variable weekends

Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.

Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.

People are at the heart of everything we do, and the inspiration for our legacy of outstanding outcomes, innovation, strong community partnerships, philanthropy and transparency. Corewell Health is a not-for-profit health system that provides health care and coverage with an exceptional team of 60,000+ dedicated people—including more than 11,500 physicians and advanced practice providers and more than 15,000 nurses providing care and services in 22 hospitals, 300+ outpatient locations and several post-acute facilities—and Priority Health, a provider-sponsored health plan serving more than 1.2 million members. Through experience and collaboration, we are reimagining a better, more equitable model of health and wellness.