Respiratory Therapy Technician

Michigan Medicine; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent medical, dental and vision •

2:1 retirement match

Job summary

Michigan Medicine seeks a Respiratory Technician to join the Mott Childrens Respiratory Care Department. The role involves assessing basic therapies, initiating care and performing blood gas analysis as part of an inpatient team.

Shift is 7:00 pm to 7:30 am. You will collaborate with respiratory therapists, nurses and staff, support equipment setup and patient education while adhering to CLIA/CAP and Joint Commission guidelines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current BLS certification or within 30 days of hire.
• Ability to communicate effectively with hospital staff.
• Proficiency with office software and electronic medical records.

Responsibilities

• Assist with basic respiratory care techniques.
• Perform blood gas analysis and monitor equipment.
• Calibrate and maintain medical devices and analyzers.
• Educate patients and families.
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists and nurses.
• Ensure documentation in medical records and compliance with policies.

Skills

BLS certification

Professionalism

Organization

IT skills (MS Office)

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Blood gas analyzers

Ventilators/BiPAP equipment

Job description

Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Job Summary

The Respiratory Technician position within the Mott Childrens Respiratory Care Department assesses the care needs regarding basic therapies of patients for whom respiratory care services are ordered. They initiate and perform basic respiratory care techniques and blood gas analysis. As part of the healthcare inpatient team, Respiratory Technicians work closely with respiratory therapists, nurses and other hospital staff in delivery patient services and assuring safety. *Shift is 7:00 pm to 7:30 am.

Responsibilities

• If assigned patient care duties, Respiratory Therapy Technicians must complete training and demonstrate proficiency in all competencies, age-specific or otherwise, that are required of practitioners who are delivering patient services.
• If assigned patient care duties, Respiratory Therapy Technicians perform basic respiratory care techniques such as:
• Sputum inductions
• Medication Administration
• Aerosol and oxygen therapy
• Analysis of blood gases and electrolytes from arterial/venous samples
• Calibration, maintenance and troubleshooting of blood gas analyzers
• Performs and reviews quality controls on blood gas analyzers
• Performs proficiency testing
• Documents analytical measurements
• Monitors temperature and humidity in blood gas labs
• EKG diagnostic testing
• Equipment rounds and compressed gas cylinder management
• Basic ventilatory parameters
• Patient education
• Assists in performing intra-tracheal aspiration
• Stocks and maintains designated areas with appropriate respiratory care equipment.
• Re-processing of moveable equipment/devices, including inlet gaskets.
• Set-up and testing of equipment such as ventilators, BiPAP, nitric oxide delivery machines and other medical devices.
• Responsible for learning new technical devices and clinical procedures when applicable.
• Provides report on pertinent observations of patient status to oncoming shift and/or shift supervisor when assigned patient care duties.
• Attends shift and general staff meetings (including huddle).
• Follows procedures for accurate and complete entries on medical-legal documents and the patient?s electronic medical record and credits reports for mislabeled patient tests.
• Adheres to CLIA/CAP, department and Michigan Medicine policies and procedures.
• Adhere to Joint Commission guidelines.
• Provides equipment support, checks and preventive maintenance.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
• Completes continuing education units or professional development credits annually, including department and Michigan Medicine mandatory competencies within required timeframes or as specified by the department's continuing education program.
• Contributes to a positive and inclusive work community by building trusting partnerships with colleagues, continually learning, creating impactful experiences, and working with a sense of ownership for outcomes.
• Continuously interacts with respect, dignity, and in a manner where individuals feel their perspectives are welcomed.
• Consistently exhibits active listening skills, values feedback, and a commitment to learning from the perspectives of others.
• Patient and Family Centered Care
• Actively engaging and building rapport and trust with the patient and family, as applicable, exhibiting respect and dignity
• Sharing information in a timely and unbiased manner, and
• Creating a welcoming environment that encourages open participation by patients and family members to achieve shared decision making.
• Collaborates with other members of the team, including the patient and family, to achieve the ideal patient care experience.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS), or certification within 30 days of hire.
• Ability to conduct himself/herself in a professional manner.
• Ability to use sound judgment, tact and dependability.
• Excellent organizational, customer service and reading comprehension skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work well with all levels of hospital personnel.
• Proficiency in information technology skills (including Microsoft Office software, e-mail and calendar); proven record of effectively learning and utilizing computer systems and technology.

Desired Qualifications

• Some college level training in a health or science related degree (e.g., Respiratory Therapy Program student), or previous work experience in a similar position.
• Knowledge of all basic respiratory care techniques
• Active membership in the AARC and MSRC
• PALS and/or ACLS

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world?s most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
• 2:1 Match on retirement savings

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Union Affiliation

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the Service Employees International Union (SEIU), which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U‑M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.