RESPIRATORY THERAPY

Aspirus, Inc; Michigan; Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package for part- and __

PTO accrual from day one

Generous retirement plan with match

Wellness program

Job summary

Aspirus Iron River Hospital in Michigan is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to deliver respiratory and cardiopulmonary services across diverse care settings. You will support patient care across ages, leveraging specialized monitoring and therapy skills in a community hospital environment.

Ideal candidates hold an AMA-approved Associate degree in Respiratory Care with licensure in Michigan and may have a Bachelor's in Respiratory Care or Biological Sciences.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of respiratory care standards and protocols normally acquired through graduation from an AMA approved school of Respiratory Care with an Associate Degree.
• A Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Care or Biological Sciences beneficial.
• One year of critical care experience and experience in pulmonary function or cardiopulmonary lab beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory and cardiopulmonary monitoring diagnostics and therapy services to patients of all ages in a variety of care environments.

Skills

Respiratory care standards

Critical care experience

Pulmonary function lab experience

Education

Associate Degree in Respiratory Care

Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Care or Biological Sciences (beneficial)

Job description

Compassion. Accountability. Collaboration. Foresight. Joy.

These are the Aspirus Core Values; and we are looking for the BEST around to join us as we demonstrate those values Every.Single.Day.

The Process

To help us help you find the greatest possible match for your career, and you will be contacted by an Aspirus Talent Delivery Partner to discuss your background, experience, and aspirations. From there your application will be passed along to the appropriate leader for further discussion!

As a RESPIRATORY THERAPIST with Aspirus Iron River Hospital, you provide respiratory and cardiopulmonary monitoring diagnostics and therapy services to patients of all ages in a variety of care environments.

Experience/Qualifications

• Knowledge of respiratory care standards and protocols normally acquired through graduation from an AMA approved school of Respiratory Care with an Associate Degree.
• A Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Care or Biological Sciences beneficial.
• One year of critical care experience and experience in pulmonary function or cardiopulmonary lab beneficial.

Licensure

• Active Michigan Respiratory Care Practitioner license required. RRT or CRT
• Registered RRT by the National Board of Respiratory Care, or registry eligible and obtained within one year of hire.
• Current BLS and ACLS certification or obtained within 90 days of hire. NRP and PALS preferred.

Employee Benefits

• Full benefits packages available for part- and full-time status.
• PTO accrual from day one!
• Generous retirement plan with match available for all positions.
• Wellness program for employees and their families.

With 300+ employees, Aspirus Iron River Hospital and Clinics serves people through a 25-bed hospital, physician clinics, dialysis center, rehab fitness centers, ambulance service, and home care and hospice. The outpatient part of this practice is located in a stand-alone clinic. This allows the provider to work independently yet have the specialist support and financial security from the entire Aspirus health care system. The critical access hospital has an average daily census of 9-10 patients.

The hospital and clinics provide numerous services and has up to date technology, including a 64 slice CT and a mobile MRI. The medical staff includes family practitioners, internal medicine, general surgeons, orthopedic surgeons, radiologist, emergency medicine physicians, Nurse Practitioners, and Physician Assistants. Visiting medical staff includes ophthalmologist, oncologist, cardiologist, ENT, podiatrist, and nephrologist.

Our Mission:

We heal people, promote health and strengthen communities.

Our Vision:

Aspirus is a catalyst for creating healthy, thriving communities, trusted and engaged above all others.

As an Aspirus team, we demonstrate caring, we plan to impact the future, work with happiness and enthusiasm, recognize our power to make a difference and improve the health of our communities.

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