Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
About the role
Under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures, acts as a professional member of the health care team by providing respiratory therapy services throughout the continuum of care. Provides therapeutic and rehabilitative procedures and diagnostic tests for patients with, or at risk of, abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system. Collaborates with physicians, nurses and other members of the health care team to develop optimal cardiopulmonary care plans for patients. Performs patient assessments, evaluates the appropriateness and effectiveness of therapy, and determines which respiratory care activities can be delegated to other care team members. Instructs employees and students in the principles and practices of designated respiratory care procedures/tasks and evaluates their competence. May function as an in-charge therapist and preceptor, as requested.
Responsibilities
- Provides therapeutic and rehabilitative procedures and diagnostic tests for patients with, or at risk of, abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system.
- Collaborates with physicians, nurses and other members of the health care team to develop optimal cardiopulmonary care plans for patients.
- Performs patient assessments, evaluates the appropriateness and effectiveness of therapy, and determines which respiratory care activities can be delegated to other care team members.
- Instructs employees and students in the principles and practices of designated respiratory care procedures/tasks and evaluates their competence.
- May function as an in-charge therapist and preceptor, as requested.
Requirements
- Graduation from an AMA/CoARC approved Respiratory Care program.
- Associates degree in Science, Allied Health or equivalent, or the equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
- Registration (RRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC).
- BCLS certification required.
- ACLS certification preferred.
- Licensure to practice as a Respiratory Therapist in the State of Michigan.
- MICHAEL.
Qualifications
- Graduation from an AMA/CoARC approved Respiratory Care program.
- Associates degree in Science, Allied Health or equivalent, or the equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
- Registration (RRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC).
- BCLS certification required.
- ACLS certification preferred.
- Licensure to practice as a Respiratory Therapist in the State of Michigan.
- MICHAEL.
Skills
- Compassion
- Collaboration
- Therapeutic and rehabilitative procedures
- Diagnostic tests
- Optimal cardiopulmonary care plans
- Respiratory care activities delegation
- Instruction in respiratory care procedures
- Evaluation of competence
- Emergency services
- Obstetrics and ambulatory surgery
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 including pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance.
Pay
Up to $10,000 Sign on Bonus, based on relevant experience
Schedule
Full-time
Benefits Statement
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.