Respiratory Therapist

Aspire Rural Health System; Elkland Township (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire Rural Health System is hiring a Respiratory Therapist for their Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Department in Cass City, MI. The RT will support evaluation, education, monitoring and treatment of patients enrolled in pulmonary and cardiac rehab programs.

The role emphasizes individualized exercise programs, disease management and collaboration with the care team to improve patients' respiratory and cardiovascular health. CPR/BLS and ACLS/PALS requirements apply within specified timelines.

Qualifications

• JRCRTE-approved respiratory care program graduate
• NBRC RRT credential required within 6 months of graduation
• AS degree required
• 1 year hospital experience in respiratory care preferred
• CPR/BLS certification required at date of hire
• ACLS/PALS certification to be obtained within 6 months of hire

Responsibilities

• Assess, educate, monitor and treat patients in pulmonary and cardiac rehab programs.
• Promote safe exercise participation and monitor patient response to therapy.
• Support long-term lifestyle modification through education and interdisciplinary collaboration

Skills

Patient care

Cardiopulmonary rehabilitation

Education and counseling

Interdisciplinary collaboration

CPR/BLS

ACLS/PALS within 6 months

Education

JRCRTE approved program

Associate of Science (AS)

Job description

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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.\"