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Respiratory Therapist, RRT

• Location: Grand Rapids
• Schedule: 0 hour/PRN (both day and night shift, weekends and holidays)

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Great opportunity for a Respiratory Therapist, RRT professional to work in an organization that focuses on treating the whole person, physically, emotionally and spiritually. Be Remarkable

Respiratory Therapist, RRT Position Summary:

Performs 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. Participates in patient, family, and multi-disciplinary education. Works with patients of all ages and is competent to operate age appropriate equipment in both the acute and sub-acute areas of Mercy Health Saint Mary's. Emphasis is on the maintenance of life support equipment along with related treatments and procedures designed to support or improve a patient's cardio-respiratory status.

What the Respiratory Therapist, RRT will need:

• Graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program offering Associate s 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)
• Ideally 1-3 years experience in similar settings
• Must be able to work day and night shift, rotating weekends and holidays
• BCLS certification
• At least six(6) months of clinical experience as a Respiratory Therapist or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience
• 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 the Respiratory Therapist, RRT will do:

• Perform therapist driven protocols, patient assessments, administration of medications, and evaluates patient response to therapies. Documents s performance and results of therapies. Performs all actions (therapeutic and diagnostic) according to policy and procedure.
• Participates in patient, family, and multi-disciplinary education.
• Professional responsibility for continued learning.
• Accurately maintains the Order Entry and Charging system related to services rendered.
• Assists with data collection and projects for Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) and the Respiratory Care Department process improvement plan.
• Supervises and assists in the training of new employees and students.
• Cleans, assembles, maintains and troubleshoots all Respiratory Care Department equipment while utilizing supplies and resources in a cost-effective manner.
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Participates as a member of the CPR team.

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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.