Respiratory Therapist I KAL

Beacon Health System; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation bonus

Student loan repayment

Job summary

Beacon Health System in Kalamazoo, MI is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to evaluate and care for patients with respiratory insufficiencies. This role develops plans of care, implements treatments, monitors patient status, and educates families.

Candidates must hold required ALS/BLS and NBRC credentials; the department emphasizes safety, teamwork, and compliance. A $15,000 sign-on bonus plus relocation assistance and loan repayment are available.

Qualifications

• Advanced Life Support obtained within 3 Months (90 days) of hire date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Certification in Neonatal Resuscitation from AAP obtained within 12 Months of hire date.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support obtained within 9 Months of hire date.
• Respiratory Therapist credentialed from the Michigan Board of Respiratory Care obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• Respiratory Therapist specializing in Registered credentialed from NBRC obtained within 12 Months of hire date or job transfer date.

Responsibilities

• Assesses patient for appropriate type and frequency of treatment and develops a plan of care based on diagnosis.
• Implements and monitors patient care plan and equipment.
• Monitors, records and communicates patient condition.
• Performs advanced respiratory care modalities.
• Evaluates respiratory practice, administration of medications, and treatment based on patient outcome.
• Educates the patient and family about the health condition and provides information about community support groups and other available programs.
• Responds to emergency resuscitation team code.

Skills

Patient care planning

Emergency response

Patient education

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

High school diploma equivalency + 2 yrs exp

Associate's/Technical degree

4 yrs cumulative job-specific experience

Job description

$15,000 Sign on Bonus, Relocation Bonus, Student Loan Repayment and More!

Provides evaluation of and care for patients with respiratory insufficiencies.

MISSION, VALUES and SERVICE GOALS

• MISSION: We deliver outstanding care, inspire health, and connect with heart.


• VALUES: Trust. Respect. Integrity. Compassion.


• SERVICE GOALS: Personally connect. Keep everyone informed. Be on their team.


• Assesses patient for appropriate type and frequency of treatment and develops a plan of care based on diagnosis.


• Implements and monitors patient care plan and equipment. Monitors, records and communicates patient condition. Performs advanced respiratory care modalities.


• Evaluates respiratory practice, administration of medications, and treatment based on patient outcome.


• Educates the patient and family about the health condition and provides information about community support groups and other available programs.


• Responds to emergency resuscitation team code.

Organizational Responsibilities

• Attends and participates in department meetings and is accountable for all information shared.


• Completes mandatory education, annual competencies and department specific education within established timeframes.


• Completes annual employee health requirements within established timeframes.


• Maintains license/certification, registration in good standing throughout fiscal year.


• Direct patient care providers are required to maintain current BCLS (CPR) and other certifications as required by position/department.


• Consistently utilizes appropriate universal precautions, protective equipment, and ergonomic techniques to protect patient and self.


• Adheres to regulatory agency requirements, survey process and compliance.


• Complies with established organization and department policies.


• Available to work overtime in addition to working additional or other shifts and schedules when required.

Commitment to Beacon's six-point Operating System, referred to as The Beacon Way:

• Leverage innovation everywhere.


• Cultivate human talent.


• Embrace performance improvement.


• Build greatness through accountability.


• Use information to improve and advance.


• Communicate clearly and continuously.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Advanced Life Support obtained within 3 Months (90 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.


• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.


• Certification specializing in Neonatal Resuscitation credentialed from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date.


• Pediatric Advanced Life Support obtained within 9 Months (270 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.


• Respiratory Therapist credentialed from the Michigan Board of Respiratory Care obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.


• Respiratory Therapist specializing in Registered credentialed from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date.

Working Conditions

• Works in a clinical environment.


• Possible walking and standing for long periods of time.

Physical Demands

• Requires the physical ability and stamina to perform the essential functions of the position.