Respiratory Therapist (PRN/Days)

Franciscan Health Michigan City Campus 3500 Franciscan Way Michigan City, Indiana 46360 The Registered Respiratory Therapist oversees the diagnosis, treatment, and care management of patients with pulmonary disorders. This position uses a variety of testing techniques to assist doctors in diagnosing disorders, and determines requirements for treatment, such as type, method and duration of therapy, precautions to be taken, or medication and dosages, compatible with physicians' orders. WHO WE ARE With 12 ministries and access points across Indiana and Illinois, Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health care systems in the Midwest. Franciscan Health takes pride in hiring coworkers that provide compassionate, comprehensive care for our patients and the communities we serve. WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT Participate in patient education. Perform patient assessments. Evaluate need for diagnostic exam. Evaluate and perform modality. Participate in team process. Evaluate effectiveness of therapy. Participate in performance improvement. Qualifications Required High School Diploma/GED Required Associate's Degree Required Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) Required Basic Life Support Program (BLS) - American Heart Association 1 year Respiratory Therapy Preferred TRAVEL IS REQUIRED: EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER It is the policy of Franciscan Alliance to provide equal employment to its employees and qualified applicants for employment as otherwise required by an applicable local, state or Federal law. Franciscan Alliance reserves a Right of Conscience objection in the event local, state or Federal ordinances that violate its values and the free exercise of its religious rights. Franciscan Alliance is committed to equal employment opportunity. Franciscan provides eligible employees with comprehensive benefit offerings. Find an overview on the benefit section of our career site, jobs.franciscanhealth.org.