Respiratory Therapist (RT)

Overview Wage: $35.40-$42.05 based on experience Bonus: $5,000 for a limited time Facility: MediLodge of Livingston Why MediLodge? Michigan’s Largest Provider of long‑term care skilled nursing and short‑term rehabilitation services. Employee Focus: We foster a positive culture where employees feel valued, trusted, and have opportunities for growth. Employee Recognition: Regular acknowledgement and celebration of individual and team achievements. Career Development: Opportunities for learning, training, and advancement to help you grow professionally. Michigan Award Winner: Recipient of the 2023 Michigan Employer of the Year Award through the MichiganWorks! Association. Benefits Medical Benefits: Affordable medical insurance options through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield. Dental, vision, and prescription drug insurance options via leading insurance providers. Michigan Direct Care Incentive: We offer an Eighty‑Five Cent Michigan Direct Care Incentive that is added to your hourly wage. Flexible Pay Options: Get paid daily, weekly, or bi‑weekly through UKG Wallet. Benefits Concierge: Internal company assistance in understanding and utilizing your benefit options. Pet Insurance: Three options available. Education Assistance: Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment options. Retirement Savings with 401K. HSA and FSA options. Unlimited Referral Bonuses. Job Summary The Respiratory Therapist, under the direction of management, is responsible for providing clinical direction and in‑services regarding patient care and other respiratory related issues to the facility. Responsibilities Provides respiratory‑related services for established times or services within the Respiratory Care Practitioner scope of services, including testing the patient for qualifying clinical needs, gathering information, and completing or submitting the information to the facility. Records all pertinent information on respiratory care records and patient charts, including consults, recommendations, and pertinent conversations with physicians, staff, patients, patient family members or other caregivers. Assists facility in regulatory issues, ensuring that respiratory equipment and supplies are stored in an appropriate storage area, and appropriate signs and documentation are provided within the facility. Takes care of routine mail, phone calls and pages, as necessary; also completes necessary filing and faxing. Communicates with facility staff regarding relevant clinical and operational issues regarding the program and patient care issues. Assesses patient’s respiratory needs, oxygen saturation and pulse‑ox usage, and is able to assess ventilator patients and work with the ventilator. Completes treatment and ventilator check in a timely fashion; notifies supervisor of any facility concerns or needs. Completes TARs at the end of each month, checking for accurate information. The ability to assess for decannulation and weaning. May participate in a wide variety of special projects. Resolves routine problems and communicates solution to appropriate personnel. Qualifications Education: A CRT or RRT license and a graduate of an AMA‑approved school for respiratory care. Licenses/Certification: Valid Respiratory Care Practitioner license in the employed state; Valid CPR certification; Vent Certified, preferred. Experience: One year of respiratory therapy experience preferred in a long‑term care setting. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Ability to work independently in a consulting capacity. Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team. Ability to communicate effectively with residents and their family members, and at all levels of the organization. Ability to react decisively and quickly in emergency situations. Ability to organize a schedule and work to meet facility needs. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Excellent organizational skills. #J-18808-Ljbffr MediLodge