Job Summary

　　Applies scientific knowledge / therapy to practical clinical problems of respiratory care. As a team member in delivery of respiratory services, and under medical direction, performs a wide range of procedures related to the care of patients with general and specialized respiratory-related needs of various age groups.

　　Up to $20,000 Bonus

　　Essential Functions

　　Performs evaluation to determine respiratory care needs, and makes appropriate recommendations and changes in accordance with policy and protocol guidelines. Assesses effectiveness of treatment and accurately documents according to department and legal/regulatory standards. Performs point of care testing as required.

　　Performs advanced evaluation, management and therapeutic procedures (interventions) for patients requiring respiratory assistance. Assesses effectiveness of intervention and accurately documents according to department and legal/regulatory standards.

　　Completes and documents required education and competencies within designated timeframe. Maintains competency in areas of accountability.

　　Accurate and timely completion of all necessary documentation and billing.

　　Facilitates a smooth transition for the patient to appropriate referral services / the next point of service / home and provides education to patients and families as it relates to respiratory issues.

　　Instructs and trains other respiratory care staff, nursing and other medical personnel and students regarding patient needs and respiratory care services.

　　Qualifications

　　Required Associate's Degree Respiratory Therapy

　　Preferred Bachelor's Degree Respiratory Therapy

　　2 years of relevant experience pulmonary rehabilitation, respiratory care, sleep medicine or equivalent clinical educationRequired

　　LIC-Respiratory Therapist - STATE_MI State of Michigan Upon Hire required

　　CRT-Respiratory Therapist Registry - NBRC National Board for Respiratory Care Upon Hire required

　　CRT-Hyperbaric Technologist, Certified (CHT) - NBDHMT National Board of Diving and Hyperbaric Medical Technology Hyperbaric Upon Hire required

　　CRT-Sedation - ANCC American Nurses Credentialing Center Bronchoscopy and Endoscopy 180 Days required

　　CRT-Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) - AHA American Heart Association Regional Hospitals and NICU 90 Days required

　　CRT-Adv Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - AHA American Heart Association Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehab 90 Days required

　　CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association 90 Days required Or

　　CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross 90 Days required

　　If you are currently enrolled in a Respiratory Therapy Program, we would encourage you to apply to connect with a Recruiter to discuss:

　　-Locations

　　-Position Levels and Requirements

　　-Bonus Programs

　　-Benefits Programs

　　-Potential Start Dates

　　Up to $20,000 Bonus

　　Physical Demands

　　Pallet to Waist (6" from floor) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 30 lbs

　　Waist to Waist > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 30 lbs

　　Waist to Chest (below shoulder) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs

　　Waist to Overhead > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 5 lbs

　　Bilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 25 lbs

　　Unilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs

　　Pushing Force > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 25 lbs

　　Pulling Force > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 20 lbs

　　Sitting: Seldom

　　Standing: Frequently

　　Walking: Frequently

　　Forward Bend - Standing: Occasionally

　　Forward Bend - Sitting: Seldom

　　Trunk Rotation - Standing: Occasionally

　　Trunk Rotation - Sitting: Seldom

　　Squat: Seldom

　　Stair Climbing: Seldom

　　Crawling / Kneeling: Seldom

　　Driving: Seldom

　　Reach - Above Shoulder: Seldom

　　Reach - at Shoulder or Below: Occasionally

　　Handling: Occasionally

　　Forceful Grip > 5 lbs: Occasionally

　　Forceful Pinch > 2 lbs: Occasionally

　　Finger/Hand Dexterity: Occasionally

　　Primary Location

　　SITE - Blodgett Hospital - 1840 Wealthy St SE- Grand Rapids

　　Department Name

　　Respiratory Therapy - Blodgett

　　Employment Type

　　Full time

　　Shift

　　Variable (United States of America)

　　Weekly Scheduled Hours

　　36

　　Hours of Work

　　Days Worked

　　Weekend Frequency

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