Senior - Respiratory Therapist - $26-35 per hour

Job Summary Detroit Medical Center is seeking a Senior Respiratory Therapist for a position at DMC Children’s Hospital of Michigan in Detroit, Michigan. Responsibilities Under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures, acts as a professional member of the health care team by providing respiratory therapy services throughout the continuum of care. Maintains effective interdepartmental relationships to ensure optimal department operations and timely problem resolution. Assumes the duties of an in‑charge therapist. Monitors CQI activities, makes daily assignments/work loads, coordinates staffing/scheduling, rents equipment as needed, and coordinates daily staff activities and code blue response activities. Instructs employees and students in the principles and practices of designated respiratory care procedures/tasks and evaluates their competence. Performs the duties of a Respiratory Therapist within the education/training and experience levels required and as assigned. May monitor and provide care to patients receiving ECMO or hyperbaric chamber treatment, depending on the assigned hospital. Qualifications Graduation from an AMA/COARC approved Respiratory Care program; Associates degree in Science, Allied Health or equivalent. Registration (RRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC). Licensure to practice as a Respiratory Therapist in the State of Michigan. One to three years of respiratory care experience; previous leadership experience preferred. Successful completion of ECMO training program, if applicable. Hyperbaric training, if applicable. BCLS certification required; ACLS certification preferred. Benefits Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match. Generous paid time off (PTO). Career development and continuing education opportunities. Health savings accounts, healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts. Employee assistance program, employee discount program. Voluntary benefits including pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance. Sign‑on bonus up to $25,000, based on relevant experience. EEO Statement Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. Tenet participates in the E‑Verify program. The employment practices of Tenet Healthcare and its companies comply with all applicable laws and regulations. #J-18808-Ljbffr Detroit Medical Center