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Job description
Job Title: Respiratory Therapist - RRT
Location: Southfield, MI 48075
Contract Length: 13 Weeks
Schedule: 3x12-Hour Night Shifts (7:00 PM - 7:30 AM)
Hours per Week: 36 Hours
Guaranteed Hours: Dependent on facility requirements
Job Summary:
Under the supervision of the Respiratory Therapy Supervisor, the Respiratory Therapist (RRT) provides life-support, resuscitation, monitoring, and medical gas therapy to patients. The role includes performing invasive and non-invasive diagnostic procedures for patients in Intensive Care and General Practice units. The therapist will communicate effectively with patients, physicians, and healthcare staff, accurately document patient care, and complete required billing information. May supervise and provide guidance to respiratory staff, students, and externs as assigned.
Responsibilities:
Deliver respiratory therapy treatments and life-support care
Perform invasive and non-invasive diagnostic procedures
Monitor and assess patients in ICU and general units
Maintain accurate documentation and billing records
Communicate patient care updates with the healthcare team
Supervise and support respiratory staff and students when assigned
Required Experience: Minimum 2+ years of recent Respiratory Therapist experience
Education Requirements: Associate of Science Degree from an accredited Respiratory Therapist program
Bachelor's degree preferred
Required Certifications & Licensure: Registration with the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
Current Respiratory Therapist License - State of Michigan
BLS certification (AHA required)
Preferred Experience: Neonatal Intensive Care (NICU) experience
Experience in a Level 2 Trauma facility
Worksite address
southfield, MI, 48076, US
Who can apply
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