Respiratory Therapist - TBD, MI Local or Varies

Respiratory Therapist

• Provide intensive respiratory care and patient transport into and out of the facility as medically prescribed with minimal supervision
• Evaluate patients and recommend appropriate treatment plans
• Explain purpose and procedure of treatments, tests, and equipment to patients and provide necessary discharge education
• Conduct physician-prescribed treatments using various ventilatory equipment (invasive and non-invasive), oxygen and aerosol devices, and nebulizer devices
• Administer prescribed medications, humidification, ventilation, and oxygenation to patients
• Perform chest physiotherapy using various equipment to promote secretion clearance
• Perform patient suctioning via oropharyngeal, nasal, and tracheal methods
• Perform oximetry and capnography monitoring according to policy
• Conduct routine review of patient chest X-rays to determine need for further evaluation
• Perform 12-Lead EKG and basic arrhythmia recognition
• Perform pulmonary function studies including NIF and VC according to policy
• Assist with respiratory care procedures including Bronchoscopy, Perc Trachs, and Chest Tube placement
• Perform chest drainage via PleurX catheter or similar device where applicable
• Perform tracheostomy care including insertion and removal of tracheostomy tubes in both emergent and non-emergent situations
• Perform arterial puncture and determine efficiency of ventilation while monitoring, recording, and reporting test results
• Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation according to BLS and ACLS guidelines
• Perform insertion and removal of endotracheal tubes via free hand technique and/or video laryngoscope system
• Set up, self-test, operate, maintain, and monitor mechanical ventilation on various types of equipment
• Assist in facilitating preventative maintenance and repair of equipment as needed
• Record all pertinent treatment information and patient responses on respiratory care records and patient chart
• Communicate with attending and pulmonary physicians regarding the efficiency of therapy administered
• Report necessary information during walking rounds for shift-to-shift handoff communication
• Maintain accurate respiratory therapy charging including data entry, verification, and correction of errors

This facility is a critical illness and rehabilitation hospital specializing in the care of medically complex patients requiring extended acute care services. The facility provides a highly specialized environment focused on delivering comprehensive respiratory and rehabilitative care, supporting patients through complex recovery processes. The organization maintains high standards of clinical excellence and is equipped with advanced medical technology to support a wide range of respiratory therapy needs.

Grand Rapids, MI

Grand Rapids is Michigan's second-largest city, offering a vibrant arts and culture scene, a thriving culinary landscape, and a strong sense of community that makes it a wonderful place to live and work. The city provides an excellent quality of life with access to beautiful Lake Michigan shorelines, outdoor recreational activities, and a growing healthcare community that continues to attract top medical talent.