What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Respiratory Therapist-Contingent- 12 Hour Day Shifts- Novi position at Henry Ford Health System?
Department: Respiratory Therapy
Contingent (not scheduled to work a specified number of hours per pay); 7AM-7:30 PM, 24 hours per 6 week scheduling period, Holidays, hard-to-fills and weekends as needed.
Henry Ford Providence Park - Novi, MI
GENERAL SUMMARY
- Provide evaluation of and care for patients with respiratory insufficiencies. -
- Assess patient for appropriate type and frequency of treatment and develop a plan of care based on diagnosis. -
- Implement and monitor patient care plan and equipment. Monitor, record and communicate patient condition.
- Perform advanced respiratory care modalities. -
- Evaluate respiratory practice, administration of medications, and treatment based on patient outcome. -
- Educate the patient and family about the health condition and provide information about community support groups and other available programs.
- Respond to emergency resuscitation team code.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
- Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. -
- 3-5 years of ICU experience preferred
- NICU experience a plus
CERTIFICATION/LICENCES REQUIRED
- BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association accepted.
- Licensed Respiratory Therapist credentialed from the Michigan Board of Respiratory Care obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
- Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association accepted.
- Certification specializing in Neonatal Resuscitation credentialed from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) preferred.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association accepted.
Additional Information
Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer Henry Ford Health System is committed to the hiring, advancement and fair treatment of all individuals without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, size, height, weight, marital status, family status, gender identity, sexual orientation, and genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
