Respiratory Therapist - Urgent

We are on the lookout for an expert Respiratory Therapist to join our high calibre team at Medilodge of Sterling Heights in Sterling Heights, MI.
Growing your career as a Full Time Respiratory Therapist is an incredible opportunity to develop excellent skills.
If you are strong in persuasion, communication and have the right personality for the job, then apply for the position of Respiratory Therapist at Medilodge of Sterling Heights today!

RespiratoryTherapist (RT) - Oversee the Pulmonary Needs of Our Residents Did you know? Caring deeply for others is a valuable gift, one that you shouldtreasure. Fortunately for you, you can put that gift to excellent use here atMediLodge of Sterling Heights, and we will go above and beyond to invest in itAND you as a person. MediLodge of Sterling Heights is proud to beproviding the highest Quality of Resident Care and Staffing and is an integralpart of our large MediLodge portfolio of 49 skilled nursing and rehabilitationcenters state-wide, which makes us a leading healthcare provider in Michigan! We are now accepting applications for a Respiratory Therapist. See what a career at MediLodge will mean foryou! Can You Answer Yes to the Following Questions? If So, We InviteYou to Apply! What Benefits Do We Offer You? AtMediLodge of Sterling Heights, we understand that our employees work best when theyare healthy, happy, and excited about the here and now, as well as the future.For that reason, we offer a wide range of benefits with your well-being inmind, including: Are you a Respiratory Therapist (RT) who feeling burnt out in your current position? Do you want to have a job you feel you can finally manage where you are NOT working on a pulmonary unit but assisting as pulmonary care needs arise? Can you see yourself assisting, treating, and caring for residents with breathing disorders to improve their quality of life?

• Competitive Wages That Increase for Years Licensed as Your Experience Counts With Us
• Electronic Scheduling - You Manage Your Work Schedule
• Excellent Career Advancement Opportunities That Meet Your Goals
• Daily Pay, Weekly Pay, Bi-Weekly Pay Options Through On-Shift Wallet (stat pay)
• Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits for You & Your Family
• Choose From Three Pet Insurance Options for Your Furry Friend
• Employee Benefits Concierge - to Guide You in Maximizing Your Benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation Days with Rollover Option and Sick Time
• 401k Retirement with Company Match
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Unlimited Referral Bonuses and more!

TEXT: RT STHto View phone number on click.appcast.io to Apply Thank you for considering a career with us! We can't wait to meet you! Summary: 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. Qualifications: Education:

• A CRT or RRT license and a graduate of an AMA approved school for respiratory care is required

Licenses/Certification:

• Valid Respiratory Care Practitioner license in the state employed
• Valid CPR certification
• Vent Certified, preferred

Experience:

• One year of respiratory therapy experience preferred in a long term care setting. Essential Functions:

• Provides respiratory related services for established times or services within the Respiratory Care Practitioner scope of services. This may include: testing the patient for qualifying clinical needs, gathering information, completing and/or submittng the information to the facility
• Records all pertinent information on respiratory care records and patient charts. This includes consults, recommendations, and pertinent conversations with physicians, staff, patient, patient family members or other caregivers. Verbal or telephone orders should be handled according to facility policy
• Assists facility in regulatory issues, insuring that respiratory equipment and supplies are stored in 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
• Assess for patient's respiratory needs. Assess oxygen saturation and use of pulse ox. Be able to assess ventilator patients and work with ventilator
• Complete treatment and ventilator checks 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 decanulization and weanings
• May participate in a wide variety of special projects
• Resolves rountine problems and communicates soluntion to appropriate personnel

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

Disclaimer: This description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work for this position. It is not intended to describe minor duties or other responsibilities that may be periodically assigned.

Benefits of working as a Respiratory Therapist in Sterling Heights, MI:

● Excellent benefits
● Advancement opportunities
● Attractive package