Respiratory Therapist- Reg

Henry Ford Health•Clinton Township, MI

About The Position

Henry Ford Health is seeking a compassionate, detail-oriented Registered Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care to patients in Clinton Township across various care settings. The role involves assessing, treating, and monitoring patients with respiratory conditions, collaborating with physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare teams, and maintaining high standards of clinical practice and patient safety. The position offers an opportunity to contribute to patient outcomes in a supportive and innovative healthcare environment.

Requirements

Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification and active state licensure.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
Proficiency with mechanical ventilators and advanced respiratory equipment.
Strong knowledge of respiratory physiology, pathology, and pharmacology.
Ability to perform comprehensive patient assessments and accurately interpret clinical findings.
Strong clinical documentation and charting skills, with organizational ability.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with diverse patient populations.
Ability to work efficiently in fast-paced clinical environments.
Knowledge of infection control and safety protocols.
Experience working with diverse patient populations in various care settings.
Strong problem-solving skills and sound clinical judgment.
Ability to manage multiple patients while maintaining attention to detail.
Effective time management and prioritization skills.
Ability to collaborate as part of an interdisciplinary healthcare team.
Ability to educate patients and families using empathetic communication.

Nice To Haves

Experience in critical care or acute care settings.
Pediatric respiratory care experience.

Responsibilities

Assess patients’ respiratory status through physical examinations, patient histories, and diagnostic testing.
Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot ventilators, nebulizers, oxygen delivery systems, and other respiratory care equipment.
Administer prescribed respiratory treatments and medications accurately and promptly.
Monitor vital signs and responses to respiratory interventions, and document findings.
Collect and analyze blood gas samples and interpret results to inform clinical decisions and treatment adjustments.
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in patient medical records in compliance with regulatory standards and institutional policies.
Educate patients and families about respiratory conditions, treatment plans, and disease management.
Respond to emergencies and provide respiratory support during acute events.
Collaborate with the healthcare team to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
Follow infection control protocols, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
Manage multiple patients while maintaining attention to detail and organizational standards.
Adapt to fast-paced clinical environments while maintaining a patient-focused approach and transparent communication.