Respiratory Therapist- Registration

Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford's care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation's most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus.

Job Description

Respiratory Therapist- Registration

Department

Sleep Medicine - Outpatient Clinic

Henry Ford Medical Center – Columbus

39450 W 12 Mile Rd Novi, MI 48377

*Must be willing to travel to Taylor and Detroit locations as well.

Work Schedule

Full-Time (36 Hours Per Week)

Day Shift

We are seeking a detail-oriented and compassionate Respiratory Therapist to join our healthcare team in Novi, United States. In this role, you will provide essential respiratory care services to patients across various clinical settings, utilizing your expertise in respiratory therapy to improve patient outcomes. You will work collaboratively with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality patient care while maintaining the highest standards of clinical excellence and professionalism.

• Assess and monitor patients' respiratory status, including vital signs, oxygen saturation levels, and breathing patterns
• Administer oxygen therapy and other respiratory treatments according to physician orders and established protocols
• Manage and troubleshoot mechanical ventilation systems, ensuring proper function and patient safety
• Perform airway management procedures, including intubation assistance and extubation support
• Conduct pulmonary function tests and interpret results to assist in patient diagnosis and treatment planning
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in the electronic health records system
• Educate patients and families on respiratory conditions, treatment options, and proper use of respiratory equipment
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to develop and implement patient care plans
• Adhere to infection control protocols and maintain a safe, sterile environment
• Respond promptly to patient emergencies and provide respiratory support as needed
• Stay current with respiratory care best practices and participate in ongoing professional development

Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapist program.
• Bachelors in Respiratory Therapy preferred, Associate of Science Degree, minimum
• Recent graduate of a Respiratory Therapy school or two years of recent Respiratory Therapist experience in a Tertiary Hospital.

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED:

• Registration with the National Board of Respiratory Care.
• Current License - Respiratory Therapist in the State of Michigan
• Newly graduated therapists will be allowed 90 days from the date of graduation to complete their registration with the National Board of Respiratory Care and to obtain a State of Michigan Respiratory Therapist License. If not obtained, will be terminated.

Qulifications:

• Proven experience in respiratory care delivery and patient assessment
• Strong knowledge of respiratory diseases, conditions, and treatment modalities
• Proficiency with mechanical ventilation systems and oxygen delivery equipment
• Excellent clinical documentation and communication skills
• Ability to work efficiently in fast-paced, dynamic healthcare environments
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills for patient monitoring and assessment
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team
• Knowledge of infection control and safety protocols
• Preferred: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Preferred: Experience in critical care, intensive care unit (ICU), or emergency department settings
• Preferred: Proficiency with electronic health records (EHR) systems
• Preferred: Experience with pulmonary function testing and interpretation