Respiratory Therapist Registered

McLaren Health Care; Mount Clemens (MI); On-site; USD 41,328 - 61,992; Part time

Job summary

McLaren Health Care in Mount Clemens, Michigan, is seeking a qualified Respiratory Therapist to provide critical respiratory care services. The role involves assessment, diagnostic testing, and treatment of patients with pulmonary disorders. Candidates must have an associate degree in respiratory therapy, current state licensure, and must be a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).

This position operates on a per diem schedule and requires flexibility in working hours. Candidates will be expected to maintain documentation and participate in departmental quality assurance activities while teaching and mentoring interns.

Qualifications

• Current state licensure as a respiratory therapist.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) through the NBRC.
• BLS certification from a recognized body.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care services to patients.
• Consult with physicians to develop treatment plans.
• Perform diagnostic tests and monitor treatment progress.
• Instruct and mentor interns during clinical rotations.
• Participate in quality assurance and improvement programs.

Skills

Patient assessment

Diagnostic testing

Clinical instruction

Equipment operation

Treatment planning

Education

Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

BLS certification

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Dept: Respiratory Therapy

Hours per pay period: 0

Schedule: Variable-Days/Afternoons

Position Summary

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.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Interviews, examines and assesses patients with breathing or cardiopulmonary disorders.
• Consults with physicians to develop patient treatment plans and creates therapy programs based on physician directions and assessment findings.
• Performs diagnostic tests such as measuring lung capacity, takes blood samples and uses a blood gas analyzer to test oxygen and carbon dioxide levels.
• Treats patients using a variety of methods, including chest physiotherapy, aerosol medications and non‑invasive methods such as CPAP and BIPAP therapies, and may connect, monitor and treat patients who cannot breathe on their own with ventilators.
• Monitors and records the progress of treatment.
• Instructs and mentors respiratory therapy interns during clinical rotations throughout the hospital.
• Teaches patients how to use treatments.
• Operates and maintains respiratory equipment and assists in the review and evaluation of equipment and supplies.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending workshops, reviewing publications, establishing networks, and participating in professional societies; may develop and conduct in‑service training programs.
• Participates in departmental quality assurance and improvement programs and assists in developing policies and procedures to improve work processes, enhance customer satisfaction, and reduce waste and expenses.
• Maintains all required documentation, logs, charts, and forms 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.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) through the NBRC.
• If not registered, will become registered through the NBRC within 60 days of hire.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA), American Red Cross (ARC), or Canadian equivalent, required before start date and valid at least 60 days beyond start date.

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to encouraging and sustaining a work environment free of unlawful harassment, discrimination, and/or retaliation. We are an affirmative action / equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual’s race, color, age, religion, sex/pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status prohibited by applicable laws.

Additional Information

• Schedule: Per Diem
• Requisition ID: 26002806
• Daily Work Times: REQUIRED
• Hours Per Pay Period: 0
• On Call: No
• Weekends: No