- Provides respiratory and cardiopulmonary monitoring, diagnostics and therapy services under medical direction to patients in a variety of care environments.
- Assists in orientation training of hospital staff, students and the public regarding respiratory disease and care.
- Provides respiratory care to patients of all ages, including neonates, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients. Interprets patient information and understands treatment needs depending on the age of patients under care.
- Whenever applicable, demonstrates understanding of the needs of specific age groups in terms of their physical and motor development, psychosocial development and intellectual/language development.
- Knowledge of respiratory care standards and protocols normally acquired through graduation from an AMA approved school of Respiratory Care with an Associate Degree.
- Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Care or Biological Sciences and one year of critical care experience and experience in pulmonary function or cardiopulmonary lab beneficial.
- BLS and ACLS required; NRP and PALS preferred
- Michigan license to practice respiratory care and RRT or CRT certification required.
- Full benefits packages available for part- and full-time status.
- PTO accrual from day one
- Generous retirement plan with match available for all positions.
- Wellness program for employees and their families.
respiratory therapist - Ironwood, United States - Aspirus Health
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Compassion. Accountability. Collaboration. Foresight. Joy.These are the Aspirus Core Values ; and we are looking for the BEST around to join us as we demonstrate those values Every. Single. Day.
We are seeking a REGISTERED RESPIRATORY THERAPIST in Ironwood, Michigan to work at Aspirus Ironwood Hospital . While specific tasks may vary, general responsibilities include:
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Our Mission: We heal people, promote health and strengthen communities.
Our Vision: Aspirus is a catalyst for creating healthy, thriving communities, trusted and engaged above all others.
As an Aspirus team, we demonstrate caring, we plan to impact the future, work with happiness and enthusiasm, recognize our power to make a difference and improve the health of our communities.
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