Respiratory Therapist, Registered

Sanford; Iron Mountain (MI); On-site; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Health in Iron Mountain, Michigan is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for weekend shifts to assess, treat and educate patients with cardiopulmonary disorders. The role involves 12-hour shifts with weekend and holiday rotations, and may require NBRC credentials and state licensure.

The respiratory therapist will perform assessments, provide therapy, and collaborate with the care team to improve patient outcomes and quality of life, including sleep-disordered breathing considerations.

Qualifications

• Degree in Respiratory Care from an accredited program.
• Minimum associate degree or NBRC equivalent.
• Current Respiratory Therapy licensure in state(s) of practice.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credentials with NBRC credentialing requirements.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients to prevent, detect, monitor and manage cardiopulmonary disease and related conditions.
• Provide therapeutic interventions to improve cardiopulmonary health.
• Educate patients to promote preventative care, self-management and quality of life.
• Perform regular assessments and data management related to patient care and equipment.

Skills

Respiratory care knowledge

Patient assessment

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Associate degree in Respiratory Care

NBRC RRT credential

State licensure as Respiratory Therapist

Tools

Respiratory care equipment

Blood gas analysis devices

Job description

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America's heartland.

Work Shift: Weekend (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 24

Compensation: Salary Range: $28.24 - $42.36

Union Position: Yes

Department Details
TPOAM Job Posting
Start Times: 7am, 7pm or as assigned.
Length of Shifts: 12 hours
Weekend Rotation: Yes
Holiday Rotation: Yes
On-call Rotation: No

Summary
The scope of work for a respiratory therapist includes assessment, therapeutic intervention and education for patients with cardiopulmonary disorders and/or sleep disorders or associated complications.

Job Description
Respiratory therapists assess individuals to prevent, detect, monitor and manage disease and complications. Respiratory therapists provide therapeutic interventions to directly impact cardiopulmonary health as well as overall health status according to established goals and interdisciplinary care plans. Respiratory therapists provide education to promote preventative care, self-management, enhanced cardiopulmonary health and quality of life. May provide education and data management relative to sleep-disordered breathing. Performs regular assessments of patients and the equipment they are using in order to adjust therapy. Collect and/or analyzes patients' blood and other specimens to determine levels of oxygen, carbon dioxide and other gases. Measures the patient's lung capacity to determine if there are any impairments. Offers diagnosis results and treatment suggestions based on the analysis of the patient.

Qualifications
A degree in Respiratory Care from an accredited respiratory care program is required; minimum associate degree or equivalent as defined by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).

Respiratory Therapists must have a thorough knowledge and understanding of all procedures, indications, contraindications and hazards involved in respiratory care, as well as knowledge of equipment utilized in their department. Demonstrates the ability and knowledge required to utilize computers for patient documentation and data gathering for quality care. Must complete orientations, competency validations, and other in‑servicing as required by the department and hospital.

Must have current Respiratory Therapy licensure in state(s) of practice and/or possess multi‑state licensure privileges as required by position.

Must have Registered Respiratory Therapist ( RRT ) credentials as attained through the National Board for Respiratory Care ( NBRC ) and maintain active status according to NBRC credentialing requirements.

Certification in Basic Life Support ( B LS ) is required and must obtain site‑specific specialty credential(s) such as Neonatal Resuscitation Program ( N R P ) … … … … .. .. .. ready ?

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

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