Reg Respiratory Therapist

Sign on Bonus: $5,625.00

Schedule: Weekends nights 1900-0730 (FRi-Sun) 2 out of 3 weekends and Holidays.

General Summary:

Provides evaluation of and care for patients with respiratory insufficiencies.

Responsibilities:

• Assesses patient for appropriate type and frequency of treatment and develops a plan of care based on diagnosis.
• Implements and monitors patient care plan and equipment. Monitors, records and communicates patient condition. Performs advanced respiratory care modalities.
• Evaluates respiratory practice, administration of medications, and treatment based on patient outcome.
• Educates the patient and family about the health condition and provides information about community support groups and other available programs.
• Responds to emergency resuscitation team code.

Requirements:

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience
• Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
• Advanced Life Support
• BLS Provider
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support
• Respiratory Therapist Certification

Additional Information

• Organization: Henry Ford Rochester Hospital
• Department: Respiratory Care 001
• Shift: Night Job
• Union Code: Not Applicable