Respiratory Therapist

Deckerville Community Hospital, Inc.; Cass City (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire Rural Health Systems in Cass City, MI is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to join the Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Department. We’re looking for individuals with a positive attitude to join our dedicated team of healthcare professionals committed to delivering the highest quality of service to both our patients and employees.

The RT must be a JRCRTE-approved graduate with NBRC RRT credential (to be obtained within 6 months), an Associate of Science degree, CPR/BLS certification at hire,

Qualifications

• Graduate of a JRCRTE-approved respiratory care program.
• RRT credential NBRC required; must obtain within 6 months of graduating.
• Associate of Science degree required.
• One year hospital experience in respiratory care preferred.
• CPR and BLS certification required at date of hire.
• ACLS/PALS within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical support for the Cardiopulmonary Rehab operations.
• Assess, educate, monitor, and treat patients in pulmonary/cardiac rehab.
• Develop individualized exercise programs and disease management education.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to promote safe exercise participation.

Skills

CPR/BLS certification

ACLS/PALS training

Patient education

Education

Associate of Science (A.S.)

NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

JRCRTE-approved respiratory care program

Job description

Respiratory Therapist

HDH CARDIAC/PULMONARY REHAB Full Time Technical Cass City, MI, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 2488

OPEN POSITION:

Position:Respiratory Therapist

Department: Cardiopulmonary Rehab

Location: Cass City, MI

Aspire Rural Health Systems is seeking a Respiratory Therapist in our Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Department. We’re looking for individuals with a positive attitude to join our dedicated team of healthcare professionals committed to delivering the highest quality of service to both our patients and employees.

REQUIREMENTS

• Graduate of a Joint Review Committee for Respiratory Therapy Education (JRCRTE) approved program of respiratory care.


• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) required. (RRT needs to be obtained within 6 months of graduating)


• Associate of Science (A.S.) required.


• One year hospital experience in respiratory care preferred.


• Able to perform CPR and Current BLS certification required at date of hire by the American Heart Association.


• Must obtain ACLS/PALS within 6 months of hire date by American Heart Association.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The RT acquires training and clinical experience while providing logistical support for the operations of the Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Department. The RT is responsible for assessing, educating, monitoring, and treating patients enrolled in pulmonary and/or cardiac rehabilitation programs. This role focuses on improving patients' respiratory and cardiovascular health through individualized exercise programs, patient education, disease management, and interdisciplinary collaboration. The therapist promotes safe exercise participation, monitors patient response to therapy, and supports long-term lifestyle modification.

"Aspire Rural Health Systems are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Aspire Rural Health System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to complete the application or participate in the interview process, please contact Human Resources."\