Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)

Tenet • Detroit, MI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of a registered respiratory therapist 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. In collaboration with the registered respiratory therapist, provides therapeutic and rehabilitative procedures and diagnostic tests for uncomplicated patients with, or at risk of, abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system. Collaborates with physicians, nurses and other members of the health care team to assist with developing optimal cardiopulmonary care plans for patients. Performs assessments for patients and evaluates the appropriateness and effectiveness of therapy.

Requirements

• 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.
• Certification (CRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
• BCLS certification required.
• Licensure to practice as a Respiratory Therapist in the State of Michigan.

Responsibilities

• Providing respiratory therapy services throughout the continuum of care.
• Providing therapeutic and rehabilitative procedures and diagnostic tests for uncomplicated patients with, or at risk of, abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system.
• Collaborating with physicians, nurses and other members of the health care team to assist with developing optimal cardiopulmonary care plans for patients.
• Performing assessments for patients and evaluating the appropriateness and effectiveness of therapy.

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 C 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 C childcare, auto C home insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree