Respiratory Therapist Reg

Davita Inc.; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks a Registered Respiratory Therapist to implement and evaluate respiratory services for patients with cardiopulmonary disorders. The role involves providing therapeutic and diagnostic services, participating in patient care, and educating staff and patients. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to work in a team-oriented environment focused on patient health.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

On-demand pay program

Discounts on various services

Optional insurance plans

Retirement options with contributions

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy required.
• Eligible for RRT certification upon hire.
• Current certifications in State of Michigan and BLS required.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory therapeutic services like oxygen therapy and bronchodilator therapy.
• Conduct diagnostic respiratory services and patient assessments.
• Participate in critical care procedures and assist with department functions.

Skills

Patient assessment

Airway management

Ventilator management

Therapeutic modalities

Education

Education

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy

RRT NBRC certification

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

Job Summary

Under minimal direction, the Registered Respiratory Therapist: implements and evaluates diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory services to assist physicians in the diagnosis and management of patients with cardiopulmonary and related disorders; participates in the education of patients, students, staff and physicians; provides technical support for all equipment related to the practice of Respiratory Care; assists with general department functions.

Essential Functions

• Provides general respiratory therapeutic services including oxygen therapy, medical gas therapy, bronchodilator therapy, airway maintenance therapy and non-invasive ventilation (NIV).


• Provides diagnostic respiratory services and non-invasive monitoring including pulse oximetry, arterial blood gas procurement, capnography, pulmonary function testing, apnea screening, bronchoscopy assistance and EKG procurement.


• Ventilator management, non-invasive ventilation, arterial blood gas sampling/analysis, administration and monitoring of oxygen use, aerosolized medications, and therapeutic modalities.


• Performs critical care procedures including airway management, resuscitation, mechanical ventilation and patient transport. Member of CPR/Code Blue and Rapid Response teams.


• Assessment of patients and recommendation of patient care plans per established protocols. Perform and provide chart review, documentation, patient and family education regarding disease process and treatment plan.


• Preceptor for students and staff.


• Cleans, assembles and maintains equipment per infection control guidelines.


• Troubleshoots problems to ensure proper functioning of respiratory equipment.


• Assist with general department functions.


• May be cross trained in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), pediatric units as appropriate.

Qualifications

Required Associate's Degree Respiratory Therapy
Eligible for position after attainment of RRT NBRC status. Required
LIC-Respiratory Therapist - STATE_MI State of Michigan Upon Hire required


CRT-Respiratory Therapist Registry - NBRC National Board for Respiratory Care Upon Hire required


CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association Upon Hire required Or


CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross Upon Hire required

Physical Demands

• Pallet to Waist (6" from floor) > 5 lbs: Frequently up to 60 lbs


• Waist to Waist > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 25 lbs


• Waist to Chest (below shoulder) > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 10 lbs


• Waist to Overhead > 5 lbs: Frequently up to 25 lbs


• Bilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Frequently up to 20 lbs


• Unilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs


• Pushing Force > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs


• Pulling Force > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs


• Sitting: Occasionally


• Standing: Frequently


• Walking: Occasionally


• Forward Bend - Standing: Occasionally


• Forward Bend - Sitting: Occasionally


• Trunk Rotation - Standing: Occasionally


• Trunk Rotation - Sitting: Occasionally


• Squat: Seldom


• Stair Climbing: Seldom


• Crawling / Kneeling: Seldom


• Reach - Above Shoulder: Occasionally


• Reach - at Shoulder or Below: Occasionally


• Handling: Seldom


• Forceful Grip > 5 lbs: Frequently


• Forceful Pinch > 2 lbs: Occasionally


• Finger/Hand Dexterity: Seldom

How Corewell Health cares for you

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.

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• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance

• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings

• Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location

SITE - Dearborn Hospital - 18101 Oakwood Blvd - Dearborn

Department Name

Respiratory Care Therapy - Dearborn

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Night (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

36

Hours of Work

36

Days Worked

Variable

Weekend Frequency

Every other weekend

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