Respiratory Tech-RRT - Night Shift

Respiratory Therapist

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Initiate and perform all phases of neonatal, pediatric and adult respiratory care. Completes training/competencies and demonstrates job proficiency in all basic and advanced Respiratory Care techniques or procedures, including but not limited to; emergency response procedures, medical gas and aerosol administration, airway management and bronchial hygiene procedures, mechanical ventilation, patient assessment, monitoring and testing, patient transport, infection control and patient, family, visitor or staff education. This includes making appropriate ventilator changes based on patient condition, care plans and protocols. Receives and transcribes verbal orders in the patient's health record. Participates in rounds with the primary provider and care team, and department leaders of the patients under their responsibility including consulting with providers in developing care plans. Evaluates the need for therapy in general and intensive care patients and makes changes to improve care. Serves as an educational and consult resource to students, respiratory care technicians, medical and nursing staff in respiratory care techniques and practices. Initiates and interprets other complex respiratory care procedures such as: High Frequency Ventilation, Non-invasive positive pressure ventilation, Hemodynamic Monitoring, Arterial punctures, Bronchoscopy, Pulmonary function studies, Analysis of blood gases and electrolytes, Patient education, Others as designated. Acts as a preceptor assisting in the orientation of new employees and training of respiratory care students when designated. Reports patient safety incidents and concerns and communicates pertinent patient and unit information to the oncoming shift and/or shift supervisor. Attends and participates in case presentations, shift and general staff meetings. Accurately documents care provided to patients according to institutional and department policy in the patient's health record. Ensures functional knowledge and adheres to all department and Michigan Medicine policies. Performs other job-related duties as assigned, such as Quality Assurance, data collection and other chart review functions, etc. Completes continuing education units or professional development credits annually (12 credits for UH/CVC), including department and Michigan Medicine mandatory competencies within required timeframes or as specified by the department's continuing education program. Contributes to a positive and inclusive work community by building trusting partnerships with colleagues, continually learning, creating impactful experiences, and working with a sense of ownership for outcomes. Exhibits a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in daily work activities. Maintains a patient-centric care perspective, including: Actively engaging and building rapport and trust with the patient and family, as applicable, exhibiting respect and dignity Sharing information in a timely and unbiased manner, and Creating a welcoming environment that encourages open participation by patients and family members to achieve shared decision making. Collaborates with other members of the team, including the patient and family, to achieve the ideal patient care experience. Respiratory Therapist Intermediate: College graduate with a degree in Respiratory Therapy. Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). Current licensure as a Respiratory Therapist by Michigan Department of Community Health, Board of Respiratory Care Licensure and credentials must be always maintained by the employee during employment. This applies to both regular and temporary status positions. Graduate Respiratory Therapist College graduate with a degree in Respiratory Therapy Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) within 90 days of the date of hire. Licensure as a Respiratory Therapist by Michigan Department of Community Health, Board of Respiratory Care within 90 days of the date of hire for new graduates (regular and temporary status positions). assisting patients, moving equipment, lifting, pulling, pushing, bending, twisting, walking, long periods of standing, comforting, and emotionally supporting patients and families. Previous pediatric or neonatal intensive care experience. Registration (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care is preferred.

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.

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

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Night shift after completion of orientation 36 hour position

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.

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. 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.

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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.

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