Respiratory Therapist ( RRT )

Job description

Employment Type:
Full time
Shift:
Night Shift
Description:
Hours | Schedule:
• 36 weekly scheduled hours
• Night Shifts

Highlights and Benefits:
• Competitive compensation, DAILYPAY
• Benefits effective Day One! No waiting periods.
• Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions
• Colleague Referral Program to earn cash and prizes
• Unlimited career growth opportunities with one of the largest Catholic healthcare organizations in the country
• Tuition Reimbursement

Position Purpose:
Performs patient assessments and procedures related to the diagnosis and treatment of patients with cardiopulmonary disorders.
What the Registered Respiratory Therapist Will Do:
• Perform therapist-driven protocols, patient assessments, administration of medications, and evaluate patient response to therapies.
• Documents performance and results of therapies (therapeutic and diagnostic) according to policy and procedures (inclusive of NICU transport).
• Accurately maintains the Order Entry and Charging system related to services rendered.
• Assists with data collection and projects for Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) and the Respiratory Care Department process improvement plan.
• Supervises and assists in the training of new employees and students.
• Cleans, assembles, maintains and troubleshoots all Respiratory Care Department equipment while utilizing supplies and resources in a cost-effective manner.
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation – Participates as a member of the CPR team.

Minimum Qualifications:
• Graduate from an accredited Respiratory Therapy associate's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must have completed Level I and II therapist competency requirements.
• Respiratory Care Practitioner licensure by the State of Michigan.
• Credentialed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
• At least six (6) months of clinical experience as a Respiratory Therapist or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience
• BCLS certification.

Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.