What are the responsibilities and job description for the Respiratory Therapist position at MI_MHP Mercy Health Partners?
Employment Type: Part time Shift: Night Shift Description: Highlights Located at our Trinity Health Muskegon Hospital Day 1 benefits, no waiting period! Comprehensive benefits packages available including medical, dental, vision, paid time off and 403B. Colleague Referral Program to earn cash and prizes. Unlimited career growth opportunities. Position Summary: Respiratory Therapist, RRT perform patient assessments and procedures related to the diagnosis and treatment of patients with cardiopulmonary disorders. Demonstrates clinical skill and cognitive ability in the implementation of therapist driven protocols, the set up and maintenance of respiratory related equipment, the administration of medications, and performs invasive procedures. What Respiratory Therapist, RRT will do: Demonstrated competency in all Adult, Pediatric and Neonatal applications of Respiratory Care Ability to manage high volume of workload and to remain organized and composed with frequent interruptions. What Respiratory Therapist, RRT will need: Graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program offering associate degree; or an equivalent combination of education and experience Completes level I and level II therapist competency validation requirements. Respiratory Care Practitioner licensure by the State of Michigan. Credentialed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) BCLS certification At least six(6) months of clinical experience as a Respiratory Therapist or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience If CRT must obtain RRT within 6 months of hire Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law. Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.
