Respiratory Therapist

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Trenton - Full time, 36 hours per week, afternoon shift, $10,000 sign on bonus for qualified external new hires

About the Unit

At Corewell Health Trenton, we provide exceptional care to our community through education and treatment using the latest technology in a team driven environment. We strive to provide a comfortable experience for every patient by offering private rooms for all. Our multigenerational respiratory department uses a strong skillset to provide care in our Level Two Trauma Center, Adult Critical Care units and general care units. We are proud of our National High-Performance Rankings in both COPD and Pneumonia.

About Corewell Health Trenton Hospital

Corewell Health Hospital Trenton is a 193-bed acute care teaching hospital that sponsors nine university-affiliated residency programs. The hospital opened its doors to Trenton and its surrounding communities in 1961. It became part of Corewell Health in September 2014. In addition to providing comprehensive medical and surgical care for its patients, the hospital offers all private beds, a medical and surgical intensive care unit and obstetrical care.

Scope of Work

Under minimal direction, the Registered Respiratory Therapist: implements and evaluates diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory services to assist physicians in the diagnosis and management of patients with cardiopulmonary and related disorders; participates in the education of patients, students, staff and physicians; provides technical support for all equipment related to the practice of Respiratory Care; assists with general department functions.

Qualifications

• Required Associate's Degree Respiratory Therapy

• Eligible for position after attainment of RRT NBRC status. Required

• LIC-Respiratory Therapist - STATE_MI State of Michigan Upon Hire required
• CRT-Respiratory Therapist Registry - NBRC National Board for Respiratory Care Upon Hire required
• CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association Upon Hire required Or
• CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross Upon Hire required