Respiratory Therapist (Graduate)

Job Description

About the Job

This is a full-time Respiratory Therapy position at Corewell Health Wayne Hospital, working 36 hours per week on the midnight shift.

About The Unit

Our Respiratory Care Department at Corewell Health is dedicated to providing comprehensive respiratory therapy services to patients of all ages. Our team of skilled respiratory therapists works collaboratively with physicians and other healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality care, including advanced diagnostic testing, therapeutic interventions, and patient education. We utilize the latest technology and evidence-based practices to manage and treat a wide range of respiratory conditions, ensuring our patients receive the best possible outcomes. Join us in our mission to improve respiratory health and enhance the quality of life for our patients.

About Corewell Health Wayne Hospital

Corewell Health Wayne Hospital, established in 1957, is a full-service hospital serving the western Wayne communities. It is the only hospital in the Wayne, Westland, Garden City, Canton, Inkster, and Romulus area verified by the American College of Surgeons as a Level III Trauma Center. The hospital maintains a longstanding partnership with Detroit Metropolitan Airport and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to manage a variety of health and communicable disease concerns, including mass trauma and emergency patients.

Scope of Work

Under the supervision of their assigned preceptor and/or the license of their Supervisor, the Respiratory Therapy graduate will:

• Implement and evaluate diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory services to assist physicians in the diagnosis and management of patients with cardiopulmonary and related disorders.
• Participate in the education of patients.
• Provide technical support for all equipment related to the practice of Respiratory Care.
• Assist patients of all ages with acute and chronic illness in returning to a productive lifestyle.

Qualifications

• Required: Associate’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy.
• Required: Eligible for position after attainment of RRT NBRC status.
• Required: LIC-Respiratory Therapist – STATE_MI (State of Michigan license) within 90 days of hire.
• Required: CRT-Respiratory Therapist Registry – NBRC (National Board for Respiratory Care certification) within 90 days of hire.
• Required: CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) – AHA (American Heart Association) Upon Hire OR CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) – ARC (American Red Cross) Upon Hire.

How Corewell Health Cares for You

• Comprehensive benefits package designed to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals.
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv.
• Discounts directory offering deals on various services and products, including restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more.
• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, and pet insurance.
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings.
• Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status.

Primary Location

SITE: Wayne Hospital – 33155 Annapolis – Wayne

Department Name: Respiratory Therapy – Wayne Hosp

Employment Details

• Employment Type: Full time
• Shift: Night (United States of America)
• Weekly Scheduled Hours: 36
• Hours of Work: 6:30 p.m. – 6:30 a.m.
• Days Worked: Variable
• Weekend Frequency: Every other weekend

Important Information for Applicants

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Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category.

We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.

Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.

You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.