Registered Respiratory Therapist ACC/PICU, Nights 7p-7a Full Time 72hr/pp - Bronson Methodist Hospital

Registered Respiratory Therapist Acc/Picu, Nights 7p-7a Full Time 72hr/pp - Bronson Methodist Hospital

Under general supervision from the Respiratory manager and/or Director, and in accordance with the policies and guidelines established within the organization. Routinely functions in patient care areas of the hospital. The respiratory therapist follows the provider prescription and/or established policies and procedures, initiates and administers respiratory care to patients with cardiopulmonary abnormalities and deficiencies. Serves as a resource of knowledge to providers, nurses and other hospital team members regarding advanced respiratory diagnosis and rehabilitation.

Minimum Requirements:

• Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy (AS), Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Current Respiratory Therapist license in the State of Michigan license is required.
• For anyone hired after 2004, Registered Respiratory Therapist credentials (RRT) is required within 1 year of hire.
• Must attend courses through AHA: BLS, ACLS, PALS and AAP-NRP to become certified per site requirements. All sites require BLS certification within 3 months of hire. ACLS, PALS and NRP (site specific certifications are required within 1 year of date of hire
• For BLH and BSH only: Completion of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program (certificate, diploma, AS degree) and 5 years of experience. Bachelors preferred.

Location: Kalamazoo-601 John St.-Bronson Methodist Hospital South Campus (South Pavilion)

Shift: 12 Hour Night Shift

Time Type: Full time

Sign-On Bonus: External Candidates Only: Up to $5,000.00

Retention Bonus: External Candidates Only, $10,000.00

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Cost Center: 4700 Respiratory Care (BMH)