Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Lifepoint Health; Ishpeming Township (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

Financial Protection & PTO

Financial & Career Growth

Employee Well-being

Professional Development

Job summary

UP Health System Bell in Ishpeming, MI is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to join our team. The role is mid-shift, 32 hours per week (.8 FTE), with a $10,000 sign-on bonus for eligible external candidates.

As an RT, you will measure lung capacity, deliver therapies, monitor patient status, educate families, and participate in care initiatives. MI license (RRT) and BLS-HCP required; PALS/NRP preferred within a year.

Qualifications

• Michigan RT license (RRT) required.
• Associate's degree in respiratory care from an accredited program.
• Graduated from a CoARC approved respiratory care school.
• BLS-HCP certification required; PALS and NRP within one year.
• 1 year of related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Measures lung capacity and analyzes blood samples using a blood gas analyzer.
• Delivers and assesses response to ordered therapy; monitors patient condition.
• Evaluates respiratory care policies based on outcomes and best practices.
• Responds to codes and emergent calls; delivers appropriate treatment.
• Educates patient and family about illness and community resources.
• Manages respiratory care supplies and equipment; maintains storage areas.
• Disassembles, cleans, and sterilizes equipment; performs maintenance/calibration.

Skills

RRT license (Michigan)

BLS-HCP

PALS within 1 year

NRP within 1 year

1 year related experience

Education

Associate's degree in respiratory care

CoARC approved respiratory care program

Job description

UP Health System Bell- Ishpeming MI

Respiratory Therapist- Registered

Schedule: .8 FTE 32/hours week

Mid Shift, 8 hours

$10,000 sign on bonus for eligible external candidates.

Your experience matters

UPHS Bell is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Respiratory Therapist (RT)joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

A Respiratory Therapist (RT) who excels in this role:

How you'll contribute

• Measures lung capacity and analyzes blood samples using a blood gas analyzer.
• Delivers and assesses response to ordered therapy per plan of care. Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate.
• Evaluates respiratory care policies and procedures based on patient outcomes, current research, and best practices.
• Responds to codes and calls for emergent assistance. Assesses patient condition and delivers appropriate treatment.
• Educates the patient and family about the patient's illness and provides information about community support groups and other resources.
• Monitors, receives, stocks, and distributes respiratory care supplies and medical gas cylinders. Maintains storage areas with required supply levels and equipment.
• Disassembles, cleans, and sterilizes equipment, and performs preventative maintenance and calibration of machines.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time andpart-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO:Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being:Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development:Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for

• Applicants should have a Respiratory Therapist License in the State of Michigan (RRT)
• Associate's degree in respiratory care
• Graduated from CoARC approved respiratory care school
• Basic Life Support Health Care Provider (BLS-HCP)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) (within one year)
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) (within one year)
• 1 year related experience (Preferred)

More about UP Health System Marquette:

UP Health System Bell is a Joint Commission Accredited Critical Access Hospital providing a spectrum of health and wellness services. Established more than 100 years ago, UP Health System Bell offers Inpatient, Outpatient, and Post-Acute care through its 25-bed critical access facility and many physician practices. UP Health System Bell is a verified Chest Pain Center by ACC Accreditation Services and an Accredited Sleep Medicine Center through The Joint Commission.

EEOC Statement

"UPHS Bell is an Equal Opportunity Employer. UPHS Bell is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment".