Title: Respiratory Therapist
Shift Hours
• 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
Schedule Notes
• Edu & Certs: Associate of Science Degree, from an accredited Respiratory Therapist program, Certified RRT, Licensed – Respiratory Therapist in the State of Michigan and BLS
• Must be: Trained NICU experience, Additional skills Peds ICU, Neo Natal exp preferred
• Must have: 1.5+ Years of experience in a ICU/Floor setting
• Tech: EPIC experience required, Additional exp with Puritan 980 machine, Hamilton Transport, Servo U experience preferred, ABG Competent
• PLEASE NOTE
• Certified Respiratory Therapists (CRT) will NOT be accepted under any circumstances
• Submitted candidates must have shift preference listed
Location: Onsite – Detroit, MI
Job Summary
Under the general supervision of the Respiratory Therapy Supervisor, delivers life-support, resuscitation, monitoring, and medical gas therapies to patients. Performs invasive and non-invasive diagnostic procedures for patients in Intensive Care and general practice units. Maintains clinical expertise across assigned departments and business units, communicates effectively with patients and healthcare professionals, and accurately documents patient care. Supervises, directs, and delegates to respiratory therapists, orientees, externs, and students as assigned. Completes accurate patient billing information..
Key Responsibilities
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Deliver life-support, resuscitation, monitoring, and medical gas therapies to patients.
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Perform invasive and non-invasive respiratory diagnostic procedures for Intensive Care and general practice unit patients.
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Provide respiratory care to patients in ICU and floor settings, including neonatal patients.
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Maintain clinical expertise and support departmental assignments across designated business units.
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Communicate effectively with patients, coworkers, physicians, and other healthcare employees regarding patient care needs.
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Accurately document all aspects of patient care in the electronic health record (EHR).
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Complete necessary and accurate patient billing information.
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Supervise, direct, and delegate to respiratory therapists, orientees, externs, and students as assigned.
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Demonstrate competency in arterial blood gas (ABG) procedures and interpretation-related workflows within the role’s scope.
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Use EPIC and applicable respiratory equipment to support patient care.
Qualifications
Required
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Minimum of 1.5 years of experience in an ICU or floor setting.
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Two years of recent Respiratory Therapist experience listed in the job requirements.
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Associate of Science degree from an accredited Respiratory Therapist program.
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Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
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Current Michigan Respiratory Therapist license.
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Current BLS certification.
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NICU training and experience.
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EPIC experience.
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ABG competency.
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Candidates must specify their preferred shift when submitting their application.
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CRT candidates will not be accepted. RRT certification is mandatory.
Required Certification & Licensure
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Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
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Current Respiratory Therapist license in the State of Michigan.
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BLS certification.
Working Conditions
Position may be based in a hospital or ambulatory/mobile imaging setting. Exposure to radiation, high-voltage equipment, and infectious diseases is possible with appropriate safety precautions. Position may require assisting with patient transfers and moving equipment.
Why work at OpTech?
OpTech is a woman-owned company that values your ideas, encourages your growth, and always has your back. When you work at OpTech, not only do you get health and dental benefits, but you also have training opportunities, flexible/remote work options, growth opportunities, 401K and competitive pay. Apply today!
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