Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Lifepoint Health, Inc.; Ishpeming Township (MI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Life & disability insurance

Tuition assistance

401(k) with company match

Wellness programs

Career development

Job summary

UP Health System Bell in Ishpeming, MI seeks a Registered Respiratory Therapist (PRN) to provide expert respiratory care. The RT will measure lung function, administer therapy, monitor patient status, and educate families while maintaining equipment and supplies.

This role supports code responses and continuous quality improvement. Qualifications include MI RRT license, associate degree in respiratory care, and BLS-HCP with PALS/NRP within 1 year.

Qualifications

• Respiratory Therapist License in Michigan (RRT) required.
• Associate's degree in respiratory care from an accredited program.
• Graduated from a CoARC-approved respiratory care school.
• BLS-HCP required; PALS within 1 year; NRP within 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Measures lung capacity and analyzes blood samples using a blood gas analyzer.
• Delivers and assesses response to therapy per plan of care; monitor patient condition.
• Evaluates respiratory care policies and procedures based on patient outcomes and best practices.
• Responds to codes and emergent situations; provides appropriate treatment.
• Educates patient and family about illness and community resources.
• Stocks and distributes respiratory care supplies and medical gas cylinders; maintains storage areas.
• Disassembles, cleans, sterilizes equipment and performs maintenance/calibration of machines.

Skills

Michigan RT license (RRT)

Education

Associate's degree in respiratory care

CoARC-approved respiratory care program

Job description

UP Health System Bell- Ishpeming MI

Respiratory Therapist- Registered

PRN, 8 Hour Varied Shifts

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.

How you'll contribute

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

• 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"

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.