Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Tenet Healthcare • Detroit, MI

2h • Onsite

About The Position

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.

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

Nice To Haves

• ACLS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• 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.

What This Job Offers

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