Senior Respiratory Therapist Full Time Nights

Tenet Healthcare; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare facility in Detroit seeks a Respiratory Therapist for a full-time night shift role. The position involves providing comprehensive respiratory therapy services, supervising staff, and ensuring optimal patient care. Qualified candidates must hold a relevant associate degree, RRT certification, and state licensure, along with experience in respiratory care.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an AMA/CoARC approved Respiratory Care program.
• 1-3 years of respiratory care experience preferred.
• BCLS certification required, ACLS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory therapy services throughout the continuum of care.
• Monitor CQI activities and coordinate staff activities.
• Instruct staff and students in respiratory care procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Patient Care

Interdepartmental Coordination

Education

Associate's Degree in Science or Allied Health

Registration (RRT) by NBRC

Licensure as a Respiratory Therapist in Michigan

Job description

**Up to $10,000 Sign on Bonus, based on relevant experience**

DMC Detroit Receiving Hospital, Michigan’s first Level I Trauma Center, helped pioneer the evolution of emergency medicine and currently has one of the busiest and most well-equipped emergency departments anywhere. The first and largest verified burn center in the state is at Receiving, and it is one of only 43 in the nation. Receiving also offers the state’s leading 24/7 hyperbaric oxygen program, Metro Detroit’s first certified primary stroke center, and the nationally recognized and accredited DMC Rosa Parks Geriatric Center of Excellence.

Job Summary

Under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures, acts as a professional member of the health care team by providing respiratory therapy services throughout the continuum of care. Maintains effective interdepartmental relationships to ensure optimal department operations and timely problem resolution. Assumes the duties of an in-charge therapist. Monitors CQI activities, makes daily assignments/work loads, coordinates staffing/scheduling, rents equipment as needed, and coordinates daily staff activities and code blue response activities. Instructs employees and students in the principles and practices of designated respiratory care procedures/tasks and evaluates their competence. Performs the duties of a Respiratory Therapist within the education/training and experience levels required and as assigned. May monitor and provide care to patients receiving ECMO or hyperbaric chamber treatment, depending on the assigned hospital.

Qualifications:

1. Graduation from an AMA/CoARC approved Respiratory Care program. Associates degree in Science, Allied Health or equivalent.

2. Registration (RRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC).

3. Licensure to practice as a Respiratory Therapist in the State of Michigan.

4.One to three years of respiratory care experience. Previous leadership experience preferred.

5. Successful completion of ECMO training program, if applicable.

6.Hyperbaric training, if applicable.

7. BCLS certification required. ACLS certification preferred.

Job: Respiratory Therapy

Primary Location: Detroit, Michigan

Facility: DMC Receiving Hospital

Job Type: Full Time

Shift Type: Night

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