Tenet Healthcare
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Tenet Healthcare, Detroit, Michigan, United States, 48228
Job Description
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) (2506003703)
Location DMC Children’s Hospital of Michigan
Description DMC Children’s Hospital of Michigan is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
Generous paid time off (PTO)
Career development and continuing education opportunities
Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
Employee Assistance program, employee discount program
Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance
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. Provides therapeutic and rehabilitative procedures and diagnostic tests for patients with, or at risk of, abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system. Collaborates with physicians, nurses and other members of the health care team to develop optimal cardiopulmonary care plans for patients. Performs patient assessments, evaluates the appropriateness and effectiveness of therapy, and determines which respiratory care activities can be delegated to other care team members. Instructs employees and students in the principles and practices of designated respiratory care procedures/tasks and evaluates their competence. May function as an in-charge therapist and preceptor, as requested.
Responsibilities Provide respiratory therapy services throughout the continuum of care; perform therapeutic and rehabilitative procedures and diagnostic tests; collaborate with the clinical team; administer patient assessments and evaluations; delegate tasks appropriately; instruct staff and students; serve as an in-charge therapist and preceptor when required.
Qualifications
Graduation from an AMA/CoARC approved Respiratory Care program. Associates degree in Science, Allied Health or equivalent, or the equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
Registration (RRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC).
BCLS certification required. ACLS certification preferred.
Licensure to practice as a Respiratory Therapist in the State of Michigan.
Facility Description Children’s Hospital of Michigan is an international leader in pediatric and adolescent medicine. Surgical services include general, thoracic, reconstructive and cardiovascular. Imaging technology designed specifically for children provides advanced diagnostic services including Positron Emission Tomography (PET) and MRI. The Children’s Hospital of Michigan Emergency Department is a Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center and dedicated pediatric burn center. Experts in pediatric critical care, rehabilitation, and neonatal and perinatal medicine provide care for thousands of children every year at Children’s Hospital of Michigan, Children’s Hospital of Michigan – Troy and six ambulatory sites.
Employment Details Scheduled Hours: 80 Shift Type: Days FTE: 1.00
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. Tenet participates in the E‑Verify program and the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) programs.
Verification Programs E-Verify: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify WOTC: https://www.doleta.gov/business/incentives/opptax
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Location DMC Children’s Hospital of Michigan
Description DMC Children’s Hospital of Michigan is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
Generous paid time off (PTO)
Career development and continuing education opportunities
Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
Employee Assistance program, employee discount program
Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance
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. Provides therapeutic and rehabilitative procedures and diagnostic tests for patients with, or at risk of, abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system. Collaborates with physicians, nurses and other members of the health care team to develop optimal cardiopulmonary care plans for patients. Performs patient assessments, evaluates the appropriateness and effectiveness of therapy, and determines which respiratory care activities can be delegated to other care team members. Instructs employees and students in the principles and practices of designated respiratory care procedures/tasks and evaluates their competence. May function as an in-charge therapist and preceptor, as requested.
Responsibilities Provide respiratory therapy services throughout the continuum of care; perform therapeutic and rehabilitative procedures and diagnostic tests; collaborate with the clinical team; administer patient assessments and evaluations; delegate tasks appropriately; instruct staff and students; serve as an in-charge therapist and preceptor when required.
Qualifications
Graduation from an AMA/CoARC approved Respiratory Care program. Associates degree in Science, Allied Health or equivalent, or the equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
Registration (RRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC).
BCLS certification required. ACLS certification preferred.
Licensure to practice as a Respiratory Therapist in the State of Michigan.
Facility Description Children’s Hospital of Michigan is an international leader in pediatric and adolescent medicine. Surgical services include general, thoracic, reconstructive and cardiovascular. Imaging technology designed specifically for children provides advanced diagnostic services including Positron Emission Tomography (PET) and MRI. The Children’s Hospital of Michigan Emergency Department is a Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center and dedicated pediatric burn center. Experts in pediatric critical care, rehabilitation, and neonatal and perinatal medicine provide care for thousands of children every year at Children’s Hospital of Michigan, Children’s Hospital of Michigan – Troy and six ambulatory sites.
Employment Details Scheduled Hours: 80 Shift Type: Days FTE: 1.00
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. Tenet participates in the E‑Verify program and the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) programs.
Verification Programs E-Verify: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify WOTC: https://www.doleta.gov/business/incentives/opptax
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