Respiratory Therapist

McLaren Health Care; Lapeer (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

McLaren Health Care in Michigan is seeking a Respiratory Therapist Assistant to provide emergency, ICU, and therapeutic respiratory care under the direct supervision of a respiratory therapist. You will monitor equipment, perform diagnostic tests, and educate patients across pediatric to geriatric populations.

Responsibilities include developing therapy plans with physicians, administering CPAP/BIPAP, chest physiotherapy, and maintaining records.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a Respiratory Therapy program accredited by CAAHEP (CAAHEP-accredited).
• Current state licensure as a respiratory therapist.
• NBRC registration exam requirements completed.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credentials.
• Comprehensive knowledge for pediatric to geriatric therapy.
• Ability to work collaboratively with minimal supervision.
• BLS certification.
• ACLS certification if Cardiac Rehab/Respiratory Care/Sleep Center.
• PALS certification.

Responsibilities

• Interviews and assesses patients with breathing or cardiopulmonary disorders.
• Develops patient treatment plans with physicians; creates therapy programs.
• Performs diagnostic tests such as measuring lung capacity.
• Administers therapies including CPAP/BIPAP and chest physiotherapy.
• Monitors and records progress of treatment.
• Educates patients on how to use treatments.
• Operates and maintains respiratory equipment and supplies.
• Pursues NBRC/state licensure exams within a defined timeline.
• Participates in QA/QI programs and helps improve processes.
• Maintains documentation in paper and electronic formats.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Skills

Collaboration

Documentation

BLS

ACLS

PALS

NBRC exam

RRT credentials

State licensure

Education

Associate degree in respiratory therapy (CAAHEP-accredited)

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Job description

Under the direct supervision of a respiratory therapist, provides respiratory care services to patients who require emergency care, intensive care, therapeutic treatment, invasive and non-invasive monitoring, diagnostic testing and patient education for pulmonary and cardiopulmonary disorders. Monitors and maintains equipment and participates in quality assurance and improvement activities. Scope of practice more limited than for a registered respiratory therapist or certified respiratory therapist.

Responsibilities

• Interviews, examines, and assesses patients with breathing or cardiopulmonary disorders.
• Consults with physicians to develop patient treatment plans. Creates therapy programs for patients based on the instructions of physicians and assessment findings.
• Performs diagnostic tests such as measuring lung capacity.
• Treats patients using a variety of methods, including chest physiotherapy, aerosol medications, and non-invasive methods such as CPAP and BIPAP therapies.
• Monitors and records the progress of treatment.
• Teaches patients how to use treatments.
• Operates and maintains respiratory equipment. Assists in the review and evaluation of equipment and supplies.
• Actively pursues education and training necessary to pass the NBRC and State of Michigan examination. Successful completion of the exam process must occur within an appropriate time period.
• Participates in departmental quality assurance and improvement program. Assists in the review and/or development of departmental policies and procedures in order to improve work processes, enhance customer satisfaction, and reduce waste and expenses.
• Maintains all required documentation, logs, charts, forms, and records in paper and electronic formats.
• Performs other related duties as required and directed.

Required

• Associate degree in a Respiratory Therapist Educational Program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP).
• Current state licensure as a respiratory therapist.
• Successful completion of the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) registration examination requirements.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credentials
• Comprehensive knowledge of therapy procedures for patients ranging from pediatric to geriatric.
• Ability to work collaboratively and with minimal supervision.
• BLS certification.
• ACLS certification required if working in Cardiac Rehab, Respiratory Care, or Sleep Center.
• PALS certification.

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree.

Additional Information

• Schedule: Per Diem
• Requisition ID: 26012120
• Daily Work Times: Variable
• Hours Per Pay Period: 0
• On Call: No
• Weekends: No