+-----------------------------------------------------------------------+ JOB TITLE +-----------------------------------------------------------------------+ SIH-REG RESPIRATORY THERAPIST - RRT +-----------------------------------------------------------------------+ JOB HEADER +-----------------------------------------------------------------------+ u00a0 +-----------------------------------------------------------------------+ JOB REQUIREMENTS +-----------------------------------------------------------------------+ Positions Location:u00a0Ionia, MI u00a0 Job Description u00a0 General Purpose of Job:u00a0u00a0 Under the supervision of the Cardio-Respiratory Manager, the Registered Respiratory Therapist is responsible for providing respiratory care and EKG services in accordance with specific physician's orders and department policies and procedures. Therapist is also responsible for Evidential Breath Testing (EBT) and facilitation of testing suchu00a0u00a0 as Sleep Studies. Essential Duties: This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis.u00a0 Associates may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position. u00a0 - Demonstrates proficiency in all department procedures. - Demonstrates proficiency in all department equipment, including its function, indications for use, physiologic effects upon the patient, and proper maintenance procedures. - Maintain knowledge in the various methods of oxygen delivery and the equipment needed for each.u00a0 Be alert for the possible side effects to oxygen delivery. - Administer Respiratory Therapy treatments, understanding the purpose and possible side effects. - Set up and monitor mechanical ventilators and the associated critical care duties required, such as airway management and tracheal suctioning. - Perform arterial puncture, with a thorough knowledge of possible complications (requires annual certification by department medical director). - Be competent in department cleaning procedures. - Maintain current Breath Alcohol Technician (BAT) certification.u00a0 Performs EBT's as required. - Follows department safety guidelines.u00a0 Knows location and use of emergency devices. u00a0 u00a0 u00a0 Job Requirements ---------------------------------- ------ --------------------------------------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------------------------- General Requirements Curr ent State of Michigan Respiratory Therapist License NBRC Registered R espiratory Therapist Current Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provid ers certification by American Heart Association or American Red Cross Work Experience None Education Gr aduate of an approved Respiratory Therapist Training (2 year program) Specialized Knowledge and Skills Ability to effectively commun icate with patients, physicians, other department and hospital staff. ---------------------------------- ------ --------------------------------------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------------------------- u00a0 University of Michigan Health-Sparrow is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status. #LI-MR1 +-----------------------------------------------------------------------+
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SIH-REG RESPIRATORY THERAPIST - RRT