Respiratory Therapist

Job description

Beacon Health System is seeking a Respiratory Therapist I to join our team in Allegan, MI on a part-time night shift schedule. This role provides pulmonary rehabilitation services and supports cardiac rehabilitation and supervised exercise therapy programs in a collaborative, patient-focused environment.
Reporting to the Medical Director , the Respiratory Therapist I works alongside Exercise Physiologists, Registered Nurses, and other healthcare professionals to promote safe exercise participation, improve respiratory health, and enhance quality of life for patients with pulmonary and cardiovascular conditions.
What You'll Do
• Provide pulmonary rehabilitation services according to physician orders and established clinical protocols.
• Assist with Traditional Cardiac Rehabilitation and Supervised Exercise Therapy (SET) programs.
• Perform respiratory assessments and monitor patient progress throughout rehabilitation sessions.
• Educate patients and families on pulmonary conditions, breathing techniques, oxygen therapy, exercise safety, and disease management.
• Perform ordered pulmonary function and pulmonary stress testing.
• Evaluate testing results, recognize invalid findings, and report results appropriately.
• Prepare, calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot pulmonary function testing equipment.
• Ensure patient safety during exercise and rehabilitation activities.
• Maintain accurate documentation within the electronic medical record.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes and support recovery goals.

Qualifications
Required
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy.
• Current Respiratory Therapist license in the State of Michigan.
• Current BLS/CPR certification.
• Less than two years of respiratory therapy experience or qualifications consistent with a Respiratory Therapist I classification.
• Strong communication and patient education skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Preferred
• Credentialed by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
• Membership or certification through the American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC).
• Experience in pulmonary rehabilitation, cardiopulmonary care, or respiratory therapy clinical settings.
• ACLS certification or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.
• Interest in pursuing AACVPR Pulmonary Rehabilitation Certification.

Knowledge & Skills
• Knowledge of respiratory therapy practices, procedures, and patient care principles.
• Ability to perform respiratory assessments and monitor patient response to treatment.
• Understanding of respiratory and exercise equipment operation and safety.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care.
• Ability to remain calm and professional during emergency situations.

Why Beacon Health System?
At Beacon, our mission is simple:
We deliver outstanding care, inspire health, and connect with heart.
Benefits Highlights
• Competitive compensation
• One-time Sign-on Bonus of $10,000
• Shift differential opportunities
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Match
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance Programs
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Supportive Team Environment
• Career Growth Within Beacon Health System

Physical Requirements
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift.
• Ability to push equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to lift or assist patients in accordance with safe patient handling guidelines.
• Adequate vision, hearing, and manual dexterity required for patient monitoring and equipment operation.
• Ability to respond effectively in emergency situations, including performing CPR.

Apply Today
If you are a compassionate Respiratory Therapist looking for a part-time night shift opportunity in Allegan, Michigan , we invite you to join Beacon Health System and make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients every day.
Beacon Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer.