Job Summary
The Respiratory Therapist plays a crucial role in delivering vital life-saving treatments, resuscitative care, and therapeutic modalities to patients in critical condition situated within Intensive Care Units. This position requires the execution of diagnostic assessments while upholding a high level of clinical proficiency and teamwork to promote optimal patient results.
Responsibilities
- Administer life-support and resuscitation treatments to critically ill patients.
- Conduct therapeutic interventions and monitor patients’ respiratory status.
- Perform diagnostic procedures to assess lung function and overall respiratory health.
- Collaborate effectively with the multidisciplinary healthcare team to enhance patient care.
- Stay updated on clinical practices and maintain expertise in respiratory therapy.
Qualifications
- Associate of Science degree in Respiratory Therapy.
- Graduation from an accredited program for Respiratory Therapists.
- Valid Michigan Respiratory Therapist license.
- Registration with the National Board of Respiratory Care.
