Respiratory Care Assistant Blodgett

Corewell Health•Grand Rapids, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Please ask about our Early $25,000 Sign-On Bonus Opportunity! About Blodgett Hospital Set within a quiet, beautifully maintained property of mature trees and healing gardens. We have a history of providing high quality, compassionate and personalized medical care. Since 1846, Blodgett Hospital has earned a reputation for excellence as a community and teaching hospital. We provide patient-focused inpatient care in 248 private patient rooms and outpatient services for medical, surgical and specialty care, achieving high rates of patient satisfaction. Points of Pride Award-winning hospital, nationally recognized for providing high quality, safe care Recognized by Becker's Healthcare as one of the 68 most "green" hospitals in the United States, December 2018 Bariatric surgery center of excellence from the American Society for Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery Primary stroke center certification Joint replacement certification Heart failure care certification Beacon Award for Critical Care Excellence Magnet Recognized by the American Nurses Credentialing Center Spectrum Health’s Center for Joint Replacement ranks first in West Michigan for total hip and knee replacements, and second in the state for total hip and total knee replacements Link to Hospital Information https://www.spectrumhealth.org/locations/blodgett-hospital RT Video and Career Information https://careers.corewellhealth.org/us/en/respiratorytherapy Job Summary Assist in administering routine respiratory care services; is responsible for the performance of respiratory procedures commonly used in assigned areas; Work under the general supervision of a licensed respiratory care practitioner. Actual duties and responsibilities will vary depending on the patient unit assigned; provide excellent health care to all clients in Lakeland throughout their developmental life cycle.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Currently enrolled in an accredited respiratory therapy program pursuing an associate or bachelor's degree in respiratory therapy. May be a recent graduate having earned an associate or bachelor's degree from an accredited respiratory therapy program.
Respiratory Therapy student who has completed at least 1 year in an accredited respiratory therapy program.
CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association Upon Hire required Or CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross Upon Hire required

Responsibilities

Deliver respiratory procedures as prescribed by physicians, under the direct supervision of a Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner.
Document according to policy, all pertinent information on respiratory care rendered.
Ensure patent airway and adequate ventilation during cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
Set up, operate, and monitor respiratory monitoring equipment under direct supervision of a Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner.
Process respiratory equipment for sterilization and provides necessary preventive maintenance.
Contribute to the effective communication needs of the patient care team.
Committed to the continuous improvement of the patient experience which includes patient safety, quality of care and excellent service.
Maintain commitment to professional growth and competency.
Adhere to the organization’s published values.
Contribute to the productivity of the department and proper coverage as assigned by management, i.e. facility assignment, unit assignment, schedule call, etc.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.
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Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance
Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

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