Respiratory Therapist, Registered RRT

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$10,000 sign-on bonus

Schedule: Full Time .8 FTE Afternoon Shift, 8-hour Shifts

Your experience matters

UP Health System Bell is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Registered Respiratory Therapist RT joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier . Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you'll contribute

A Registered Respiratory Therapist RT who excels in this role:

• Examines patients with breathing-related conditions and conducts diagnostic testing. Consults with physicians to develop and implement a treatment plan for the patient. Performs physiotherapy and other treatments and teaches patients to use medications.
• Delivers and assesses response to ordered therapy per plan of care. Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate.
• Evaluates respiratory care policies and procedures based on patient outcomes, current research, and best practices.
• Responds to codes and calls for emergent assistance. Assesses patient condition and delivers appropriate treatment.
• Monitors, receives, stocks, and distributes respiratory care supplies and medical gas cylinders.
• Maintains storage areas with required supply levels and equipment.
• Follows established policies and procedures, objectives, safety standards, and sensitivity to confidential information.
• Willing and able to demonstrate appropriate core competencies annually or as requested.
• Performs all therapeutic and diagnostic modalities provided by the Department according to the established policies and procedures.
• Performs patient assessment, evaluating the appropriateness of the therapy ordered and making suggestions as to how the patient might be best served.
• Develops and implements plans of care for patients receiving respiratory therapy services and participates in patient care conferences regarding such plans of care with other health care providers.
• Develops and implements patient education programs related to respiratory care and treatment of respiratory diseases and acts as a resource for other staff members with regard to performance of procedures within their realm of expertise.
• Participates in departmental quality monitoring and improvement activities and assists other staff members to assure that quality patient care is provided.
• Performs all procedures thoroughly and accurately.
• Maintains work areas in a well-organized and neat manner.
• Demonstrates awareness of self-responsibility and accountability for personal and professional growth.
• Demonstrates self-directed learning, participates in continuing education by attendance at scheduled meetings and in-services, and completes all annual learning requirements.
• Maintains confidentiality in accordance with HIPPA regulations.
• Support the culture of service excellence throughout the organization.
• Actively seek ways to demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement and participate in professional development opportunities.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.
• Completes annual educational requirements.
• Understands and adheres to Bell's compliance standards as they appear in Bell's Corporate Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policy.
• We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:
• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance and Union Pension Contributions.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

UP Health System Bell is a Joint Commission Accredited Critical Access Hospital providing a spectrum of health and wellness services. Established more than 100 years ago, UP Health System Bell offers Inpatient, Outpatient, and Post-Acute care through its 25-bed critical access facility and many physician practices. UP Health System Bell is a verified Chest Pain Center by ACC Accreditation Services and an Accredited Sleep Medicine Center through The Joint Commission.

EEOC Statement

UP Health System Bell is an Equal Opportunity Employer. UP Health System Bell is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."

Applicants should have a current state RT license and possess a degree from an accredited school. Additional requirements include:

• Associates Degree in Respiratory Care
• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Within orientation period
• Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP
• Licenses: Licensed Respiratory Therapist in the State of Michigan
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran

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