Reg Respiratory Therapist ( RRT )

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: 12 Hour Night Shift Description: Provide respiratory care to the sick and injured who present at MGHP for care. This will include but not be limited to ventilatory care, aerosolized medication delivery, mucous mobilization, resuscitation, acquisition of arterial blood gases, education and supervision of respiratory therapy students. They are also responsible for performance of bedside assessments and providing assistance to physicians and other healthcare providers with questions regarding respiratory care. Performance of diagnostic procedures related to respiratory care including EKG acquisition and pulmonary function determinations POSITION QUALIFICATIONS 1. Registration by the National Board for Respiratory Care 2. Licensure by the State of Michigan as a Respiratory Therapist. 3. Working knowledge of all aspects of Respiratory Care including diagnostics 4. Current Certification in Basic Life Support, prefer to have Advanced Cardiac Life Support as well 36 hrs per week, 7p-7a, every other weekend, rotating holidays. Registered Respiratory Therapist preferred. If CRT, then obtain RRT within 6 months of employment. Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.