Respiratory Care Associate Per Diem Nights

DMC Harper University Hospital has distinguished itself in surgery and medicine and is known for its clinical expertise and innovative research. A specialty referral hospital, Harper has established Centers of Excellence in neurosciences, bariatric surgery, vascular services, multidisciplinary cardiovascular services, hypertension, stroke prevention and heart failure.

Job Summary

Administers respiratory care under the direct supervision of Licensed Respiratory Therapist.

Administers prescribed doses of medical gases and aerosolized drugs to patients and uses oxygen mixtures in conjunction with therapeutic respiratory therapy equipment.

Performs blood gas analysis and maintenance on analyzers and provides/monitors routine oxygen therapy.

Operates, calibrates, processes and maintains respiratory equipment.

Sets up and administers therapeutic treatments. Performs patient care rounds, and interacts with the Respiratory Case Manager and/or Senior Respiratory Therapist in the development of the patients respiratory care plan. Performs patient transports.

Educates patient, as needed, regarding the use of equipment.

Qualifications:

1.Successful completion of one year of an AMA/CoARC approved Respiratory Care program. OR High School diploma/GED with OJT for minimum of ten years. OR Associates degree in science.

2.BLS certification required.

Job: Respiratory Therapy

Primary Location: Detroit, Michigan

Facility: DMC Harper University/Hutzel Women's Hospital

Job Type: PRN

Shift Type: Nights

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