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- Performs therapeutic and diagnostic pulmonary and cardiovascular procedures.
- Evaluates patient/resident response to respiratory therapy and takes appropriate corrective action.
- Provides education to patients and staff regarding respiratory procedures, equipment operation, and safety precautions.
- Performs routine maintenance and service checks on equipment.
- Maintains records, reports, and other documentation related to the work.
- Associate degree in a Respiratory Therapist Educational Program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP). Bachelors degree preferred.
- Current state licensure as a respiratory therapist.
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) through the NBRC.
- BLS certification.
- Enrolled or graduate of an A.M.A.
- Schedule: Full-time
- Requisition ID:
- On Call: Yes
- Weekends: Yes
Respiratory Therapist Registered - Lansing, United States - McLaren Health Care
Description
Responsible for the delivery of respiratory therapy and patient care following physician's orders, hospital policies and procedures; and departmental standards of care and standards of practice.
Responsibilities:
Requirements for a Respiratory Therapist Registered:
NOTE:
Respiratory Interns, Graduates, or Certified, qualifications may vary see below:
Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or
Advanced Practitioner:
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) and state examinations. Employee must become credentialed and licensed during the first year of employment.
Additional Information
Hours Per Pay Period: 72
McLaren Health Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identification, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability, genetic information, height or weight, protected veteran or other classification protected by law.