Respiratory Care Assistant

Corewell Health Corporate; Wayne (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

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Comprehensive benefits package

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Retirement options with company match

Job summary

Corewell Health Wayne Hospital is seeking a Part time Respiratory Therapy Assistant (RCA) to support our respiratory care team at Wayne Hospital. The role follows established patient care plans and collaborates with physicians and therapists to deliver therapy and education.

The position requires enrollment in a Respiratory Therapy degree program and completion of department training with competency checks. BLS certification (AHA/ARC) is required or as specified by the department.

Qualifications

• Current enrollment in a Respiratory Therapy degree program.
• Must complete department training modules and competency check offs.
• Re‑evaluation in two years if graduation did not occur.
• Completed basic therapy clinical rotation; required.
• CRT‑BLS certification required (AHA or ARC).

Responsibilities

• Under supervision, provides care to patients with acute and chronic illness per care plan.
• Set up and monitor oxygen therapy and non‑invasive ventilation as needed.
• Disinfect supplies, maintain oxygen equipment, review orders, and document care.

Education

Respiratory Therapy degree program enrollment

CRT/BLS certification (AHA or ARC)

Job description

Wayne - Casual/PRN

About the Unit

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 Wayne Hospital

Corewell Health Wayne Hospital opened its doors to western Wayne communities in 1957. This full-service hospital is the only hospital in the Wayne, Westland, Garden City, Canton, Inkster and Romulus area verified by the American College of Surgeons as a Level III Trauma Center. The hospital has a longstanding partnership with Detroit Metropolitan Airport and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to handle a wide variety of health and communicable disease concerns including mass trauma and emergency patients.

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-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association required Or
• CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross required

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

SITE - Wayne Hospital - 33155 Annapolis - Wayne

Department Name

Respiratory Therapy - Wayne Hosp

Employment Type

Part time

Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

0.04

Hours of Work

Variable

Days Worked

Variable

Weekend Frequency

Variable weekends

Corewell Health workplace and policy statements

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