Respiratory Care Associate

Tenet•Detroit, MI

23d

About The Position

Embark on a rewarding career with DMC Harper University/Hutzel Women's Hospital . If you are a compassionate healthcare professional eager to contribute to patient care, this is your opportunity where your skills make a difference every day. Join us in delivering exceptional healthcare with a personal touch. At Tenet Healthcare, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. Administers respiratory care under the direct supervision of Licensed Respiratory Therapist. Administers prescribed doses of medical gases and aerosolized drugs to patients and uses oxygen mixtures in conjunction with therapeutic respiratory therapy equipment. Performs blood gas analysis and maintenance on analyzers and provides/monitors routine oxygen therapy. Operates, calibrates, processes and maintains respiratory equipment. Sets up and administers therapeutic treatments. Performs patient care rounds, and interacts with the Respiratory Case Manager and/or Senior Respiratory Therapist in the development of the patients respiratory care plan. Performs patient transports. Educates patient, as needed, regarding the use of equipment. We know it takes a special person to work in healthcare, and we are committed to providing our people with an enriching and rewarding environment. We deliver the resources, tools and support our employees need to serve our patients and customers in the best way possible — so we can create happier, healthier communities. At Tenet, we believe in a diverse and inclusive environment, one that is grounded in our dedication to the health and well-being of all people. Respecting, nurturing and encouraging diversity of thought, background and experience contribute to positive work environments that result in exceptional patient care. We embrace diversity because it's our culture, and because it's the right thing to do. DMC Harper University Hospital has distinguished itself in surgery and medicine and is known for its clinical expertise and innovative research. A specialty referral hospital, Harper has established Centers of Excellence in neurosciences, bariatric surgery, vascular services, multidisciplinary cardiovascular services, hypertension, stroke prevention and heart failure.

Requirements

Successful completion of one year of an AMA/CoARC approved Respiratory Care program. OR High School diploma/GED with OJT for minimum of ten years. OR Associates degree in science.
BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

Administers respiratory care under the direct supervision of Licensed Respiratory Therapist.
Administers prescribed doses of medical gases and aerosolized drugs to patients and uses oxygen mixtures in conjunction with therapeutic respiratory therapy equipment.
Performs blood gas analysis and maintenance on analyzers and provides/monitors routine oxygen therapy.
Operates, calibrates, processes and maintains respiratory equipment.
Sets up and administers therapeutic treatments.
Performs patient care rounds, and interacts with the Respiratory Case Manager and/or Senior Respiratory Therapist in the development of the patients respiratory care plan.
Performs patient transports.
Educates patient, as needed, regarding the use of equipment.

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.

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