What are the responsibilities and job description for the Respiratory Therapist position at Deckerville Community Hospital?
OPEN POSITION:
- Graduate of a Joint Review Committee for Respiratory Therapy Education (JRCRTE) approved program of respiratory care.
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) required. (RRT needs to be obtained within 6 months of graduating)
- Associate of Science (A.S.) required.
- One year hospital experience in respiratory care preferred.
- Able to perform CPR and Current BLS certification required at date of hire by the American Heart Association.
- Must obtain ACLS/PALS within 6 months of hire date by American Heart Association.
The primary purpose of this position is to provide logistical support for operations of the Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Department. The Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Respiratory Therapist is responsible for assessing, educating, monitoring, and treating patients enrolled in pulmonary and/or cardiac rehabilitation programs. This role focuses on improving patients' respiratory and cardiovascular health through individualized exercise programs, patient education, disease management, and interdisciplinary collaboration. The therapist promotes safe exercise participation, monitors patient response to therapy, and supports long-term lifestyle modification.
" We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law ."
40 hours/week, Monday–Thursday. No weekends or holidays.