Registered Respiratory Therapist- Day Shift- Weekends only; Southfield
About The Position
Provide evaluation of and care for patients with respiratory insufficiencies. - Assess patient for appropriate type and frequency of treatment and develop a plan of care based on diagnosis. - Implement and monitor patient care plan and equipment. Monitor, record and communicate patient condition. Perform advanced respiratory care modalities. - Evaluate respiratory practice, administration of medications, and treatment based on patient outcome. - Educate the patient and family about the health condition and provide information about community support groups and other available programs. Respond to emergency resuscitation team code.
Requirements
- Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
- BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association accepted.
- Licensed Respiratory Therapist credentialed from the Michigan Board of Respiratory Care obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
Nice To Haves
- 3-5 years of ICU experience preferred
- NICU experience a plus
- Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association accepted.
- Certification specializing in Neonatal Resuscitation credentialed from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) preferred.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association accepted.
Responsibilities
- Provide evaluation of and care for patients with respiratory insufficiencies.
- Assess patient for appropriate type and frequency of treatment and develop a plan of care based on diagnosis.
- Implement and monitor patient care plan and equipment.
- Monitor, record and communicate patient condition.
- Perform advanced respiratory care modalities.
- Evaluate respiratory practice, administration of medications, and treatment based on patient outcome.
- Educate the patient and family about the health condition and provide information about community support groups and other available programs.
- Respond to emergency resuscitation team code.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Industry
Hospitals
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
