Senior Respiratory Therapist

Tenet Healthcare • Detroit, MI

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Embark on a rewarding career with DMC Children's Hospital of Michigan. 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.

Requirements

• Graduation from an AMA/CoARC approved Respiratory Care program. Associates degree in Science, Allied Health or equivalent.
• Registration (RRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC).
• Licensure to practice as a Respiratory Therapist in the State of Michigan.
• One to three years of respiratory care experience.
• BCLS certification required.

Nice To Haves

• Previous leadership experience preferred.
• Successful completion of ECMO training program, if applicable.
• Hyperbaric training, if applicable.
• ACLS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Acts as a professional member of the health care team by providing respiratory therapy services throughout the continuum of care.
• Maintains effective interdepartmental relationships to ensure optimal department operations and timely problem resolution.
• Assumes the duties of an in-charge therapist.
• Monitors CQI activities, makes daily assignments/work loads, coordinates staffing/scheduling, rents equipment as needed, and coordinates daily staff activities and code blue response activities.
• Instructs employees and students in the principles and practices of designated respiratory care procedures/tasks and evaluates their competence.
• Performs the duties of a Respiratory Therapist within the education/training and experience levels required and as assigned.
• May monitor and provide care to patients receiving ECMO or hyperbaric chamber treatment, depending on the assigned hospital.

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.

What This Job Offers

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