Respiratory Therapist: Critical Care & Ventilator Support

MyMichigan Health; Alma (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

MyMichigan Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to work independently or with a physician to provide respiratory care, administer medications, and perform diagnostic testing for the cardio-pulmonary system. The role includes responding to arrest and emergency situations and delivering CPR and life support systems.

The position involves ventilator management, oxygen therapy, and education for department staff and students, with duties expanding to ensure high-quality patient care and

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required; degree in Respiratory Therapy preferred.
• NBRC/RT licensure and board credentials will be required per policy.
• Two years clinical experience preferred in a medical center or similar setting.

Responsibilities

• Administers respiratory care and medications per protocol.
• Responds to rapid responses and emergencies with life support as needed.
• Sets up and maintains oxygen and related respiratory equipment.
• Performs diagnostic testing and advisory procedures (PFTs, ABG sampling, EKGs, Holter).

Skills

Ventilator troubleshooting

Interpersonal communication

Emergency response

Critical thinking

Education

Associate's degree

Respiratory Therapy degree

Tools

Ventilators

ABG analyzers

Job description

MyMichigan Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to work independently or with a physician to provide respiratory care, administer medications, and perform diagnostic testing for the cardio-pulmonary system. The role includes responding to arrest and emergency situations and delivering CPR and life support systems.

The position involves ventilator management, oxygen therapy, and education for department staff and students, with duties expanding to ensure high-quality patient care and