Respiratory Therapy Manager (RT)

MediLodge of Livingston; Howell (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & vision

401K

HSA/FSA

Tuition assistance

Pet insurance

Job summary

MediLodge of Livingston, located at 3003 W Grand River Ave, Howell, MI 48843, is seeking a Respiratory Therapy Manager to provide clinical direction and in-services on respiratory care across the facility.

The role requires CRT or RRT licensure and CPR certification, with a preference for Vent Certified. One year of LTAC/long-term care experience is desirable as you lead a team and ensure high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• CRT or RRT license and AMA-approved school for respiratory care required.
• Valid license in state employed; CPR certification.
• One year of respiratory therapy experience in long-term care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical direction and in-services regarding patient care and respiratory issues.
• Record respiratory care data, consults, and communications with physicians and staff.
• Ensure equipment storage, signage, and documentation meet regulatory requirements.
• Handle routine communications, filing, and paging as needed.
• Assess patients' respiratory needs, oxygenation, and ventilator status; respond to emergencies.

Skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Effective communication

Emergency response

Scheduling

Confidentiality

Organizational skills

Education

CRT or RRT license, AMA-approved school

Job description

MediLodge of Livingston
3003 W Grand River Ave
Howell, MI 48843, USA

Description

Respiratory Therapy Manager

Facility: MediLodge of Livingston

Why MediLodge?

• Michigan’s Largest Provider of long‑term care skilled nursing and short‑term rehabilitation services.
• Employee Focus: We foster a positive culture where employees feel valued, trusted, and have opportunities for growth.
• Employee Recognition: Regular acknowledgement and celebration of individual and team achievements.
• Career Development: Opportunities for learning, training, and advancement to help you grow professionally.
• Michigan Award Winner: Recipient of the 2023 Michigan Employer of the Year Award through the MichiganWorks! Association.

Key Benefit Package Options?

• Medical Benefits: Affordable medical insurance options through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield.
• Additional Healthcare Benefits: Dental, vision, and prescription drug insurance options via leading insurance providers.
• Flexible Pay Options: Get paid daily, weekly, or bi‑weekly through UKG Wallet.
• Benefits Concierge: Internal company assistance in understanding and utilizing your benefit options.
• Pet Insurance: Three options available
• Education Assistance: Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment options.
• Retirement Savings with 401K.
• HSA and FSA options

Summary:

The Respiratory Therapy Manager, under the direction of management, is responsible for providing clinical direction and in‑services regarding patient care and other respiratory related issues to the facility.

Qualifications:

Education:

• A CRT or RRT license and a graduate of an AMA approved school for respiratory care is required.

Licenses/Certification:

• Valid Respiratory Care Practitioner license in the state employed.
• Valid CPR certification.
• Vent Certified, preferred.

Experience:

One year of respiratory therapy experience preferred in a long term care setting.

Job Functions:

• Provides respiratory related services for established times or services within the Respiratory Care Practitioner scope of services. This may include testing the patient for qualifying clinical needs, gathering information, completing and/or submitting the information to the facility.
• Records all pertinent information on respiratory care records and patient charts. This includes consults, recommendations, and pertinent conversations with physicians, staff, patient, patient family members or other caregivers. Verbal or telephone orders should be handled according to facility policy.
• Assists facility in regulatory issues, ensuring that respiratory equipment and supplies are stored in appropriate storage area, and appropriate signs and documentation are provided within the facility.
• Takes care of routine mail, phone calls and pages as necessary. Also completes necessary filing and faxing.
• Communicates with facility staff regarding relevant clinical and operational issues regarding the program and patient care issues.
• Assess for patient’s respiratory needs. Assess oxygen saturation and use of pulse ox. Be able to assess ventilator patients and work with ventilators.
• Complete treatment and ventilator check in a timely fashion. Notifies supervisor of any facility concerns or needs.
• Completes TARs at the end of each month checking for accurate information.
• The ability to assess for decannulation and weaning.
• Resolves routine problems and communicates solution to appropriate personnel.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to work independently in a consulting capacity.
• Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents and their family members,and at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to react decisively and quickly in emergency situations.
• Ability to organize a schedule and work to meet facility needs.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Excellent organizational skills.

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