Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Hands-On Patient Care

Peoplefluent; Michigan; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Michigan Health-Sparrow in Carson City, MI, seeks a bedside Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care to patients as ordered by physicians. The role involves demonstrating procedures, ensuring equipment readiness, and collaborating with physicians and health professionals.

Required credentials include NBRC, Michigan license, BLS, and completion of Neonatal Resuscitation Program within one year, plus ACLS within one year.

Qualifications

• Credentialed by the National Board for Respiratory Care.
• Advanced knowledge of cardiopulmonary anatomy, physiology and hemodynamics.
• Proficient in recognizing various cardiac arrhythmias.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates respiratory care procedures to trainees and staff.
• Maintains competency per Orientation, Training and Competency manual.
• Communicates with physicians regarding patient status and collaborates with health professionals.
• Maintains and troubleshoots respiratory equipment for safety and accuracy.
• Ensures availability of supplies and equipment for pulmonary function testing and respiratory therapy.
• Educates patient and family about planned therapy, goals and disease management.

Skills

Respiratory care procedures

Cardio-pulmonary anatomy/physiology

Arrhythmia recognition

Education

Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy

Job description

University of Michigan Health-Sparrow in Carson City, MI, seeks a bedside Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care to patients as ordered by physicians. The role involves demonstrating procedures, ensuring equipment readiness, and collaborating with physicians and health professionals.

Required credentials include NBRC, Michigan license, BLS, and completion of Neonatal Resuscitation Program within one year, plus ACLS within one year.