Respiratory Therapy Technician

Respiratory Technician

The Respiratory Technician position within the Adult Respiratory Care Department assesses the care needs regarding basic therapies of patients for whom respiratory care services are ordered. They initiate and perform basic respiratory care techniques and blood gas analysis. As part of the healthcare inpatient team, Respiratory Technicians work closely with respiratory therapists, nurses and other hospital staff in delivery patient services and assuring safety. Shift is 7:00 pm to 7:30 am.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic respiratory therapy techniques such as intermittent-positive-pressure-breathing therapy (IPPB), Nebulized Mist Treatment (NMT), ultrasonic therapy, aerosol and oxygen therapy, compressed gas therapy and ventilator parameters.
• Prepare respiratory therapy equipment for patient treatments.
• Administer inhaled medications.
• Assemble complex technical devices for oxygen delivery.
• Modify and improvise patient equipment to meet unique situations.
• Stock and maintain designated areas with appropriate respiratory therapy equipment.
• Responsible for learning new clinical procedures and equipment.
• Communicate pertinent observations of patient status to on-coming shift and shift supervisor.
• Follow department procedures for accurate and complete entries on medical-legal documents and departmental documents.
• Process patient care orders using the electronic ordering system may be required in certain areas.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Acceptance in a Respiratory Therapy Program or previous respiratory therapy experience.
• Knowledge of respiratory therapy modalities.
• Ability to conduct himself/herself in a professional manner.
• Ability to use sound judgment, tact and dependability.
• Excellent organizational, customer service and reading comprehension skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work well with all levels of hospital personnel.
• Proficiency in information technology skills (including Microsoft Office software, e-mail and calendar); proven record of effectively learning and utilizing computer systems and technology
• This position requires extensive standing/walking, as well as lifting, positioning, pushing, and/or transferring of patients

Desired Qualifications

• Some college level training in a health or science related degree (e.g., Respiratory Therapy Program student), or previous work experience in a similar position.
• Knowledge of all basic respiratory care techniques
• Active membership in the AARC and MSRC
• ACLS

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world's most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
• 2:1 Match on retirement savings

Additional Information

• Considerable physical and mental effort in job duties, i.e., assisting patients, moving equipment, lifting, pulling, pushing, bending, twisting, walking, long periods of standing, comforting and emotionally supporting patients and families.
• Frequent use and exposure to disinfectant agents and hand cleaners.
• Seven days per week work schedules including weekends, holiday rotations and on-call assignment

Union Affiliation

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the Service Employees International Union (SEIU), which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.