Respiratory Therapist ( RRT )

Trinity Health • Grand Rapids, MI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Performs patient assessments and procedures related to the diagnosis and treatment of patients with cardiopulmonary disorders. The Registered Respiratory Therapist will perform therapist-driven protocols, patient assessments, administration of medications, and evaluate patient response to therapies. They will document performance and results of therapies (therapeutic and diagnostic) according to policy and procedures, accurately maintain the Order Entry and Charging system, and assist with data collection and projects for Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) and the Respiratory Care Department process improvement plan. This role also involves supervising and assisting in the training of new employees and students, and cleaning, assembling, maintaining, and troubleshooting all Respiratory Care Department equipment while utilizing supplies and resources in a cost-effective manner. The position also requires participation as a member of the CPR team.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited Respiratory Therapy associate's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must have completed Level I and II therapist competency requirements.
• Respiratory Care Practitioner licensure by the State of Michigan.
• Credentialed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
• At least six (6) months of clinical experience as a Respiratory Therapist or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience.
• BCLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform therapist-driven protocols, patient assessments, administration of medications, and evaluate patient response to therapies.
• Documents performance and results of therapies (therapeutic and diagnostic) according to policy and procedures (inclusive of NICU transport).
• Accurately maintains the Order Entry and Charging system related to services rendered.
• Assists with data collection and projects for Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) and the Respiratory Care Department process improvement plan.
• Supervises and assists in the training of new employees and students.
• Cleans, assembles, maintains and troubleshoots all Respiratory Care Department equipment while utilizing supplies and resources in a cost-effective manner.
• Participates as a member of the CPR team.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• DAILYPAY
• Benefits effective Day One! No waiting periods.
• Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions
• Colleague Referral Program to earn cash and prizes
• Unlimited career growth opportunities with one of the largest Catholic healthcare organizations in the country
• Tuition Reimbursement

What This Job Offers

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