Registered Respiratory Therapist; RRT

Up to $10,000 Sign on Bonus, based on relevant experience

DMC Children’s Hospital of Michigan is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

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. The available plans and programs include:

• 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

Note:

Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status.

Under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures, the respiratory therapist acts as a professional member of the health care team by providing respiratory therapy services throughout the continuum of care. The therapist provides therapeutic and rehabilitative procedures and diagnostic tests for patients with, or at risk of, abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system. The therapist collaborates with physicians, nurses and other members of the health care team to develop optimal cardiopulmonary care plans for patients.

The therapist performs patient assessments, evaluates the appropriateness and effectiveness of therapy, and determines which respiratory care activities can be delegated to other care team members. The therapist instructs employees and students in the principles and practices of designated respiratory care procedures/tasks and evaluates their competence. The therapist may function as an in‑charge therapist and preceptor, as requested.

• Graduation from an AMA/CoARC approved Respiratory Care program. Associations 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.

Children’s Hospital of Michigan is an international leader in pediatric and adolescent medicine. Surgical services include general, thoracic, reconstructive and cardiovascular. Imaging technology designed specifically for children provides advanced diagnostic services including positron emission tomography (PET) and MRI. The Children’s Hospital of Michigan Emergency Department is a verified Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center and dedicated pediatric burn center. Experts in pediatric critical care, rehabilitation, and neonatal and perinatal medicine provide care for thousands of children every year at Children’s Hospital of Michigan, Children’s Hospital of Michigan – Troy and six ambulatory sites.

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Job: Respiratory Services

Primary

Location:

Detroit, Michigan

Facility: DMC Children’s Hospital of Michigan

Job Type: Full Time

Shift Type: Night