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Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Detroit Medical Center, Detroit, MI, United States


DMC Receiving Hospital
Up to $25,000 Sign on Bonus, based on relevant experience.

DMC Receiving Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

Benefits Statement
At Tenet Healthcare, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work‑life balance. The available plans and programs include:

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match

Generous paid time off (PTO)

Career development and continuing education opportunities

Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts

Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program

Voluntary benefits including pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status.

Job Summary
Under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures, the Respiratory Therapist will act as a professional member of the health care team by providing respiratory therapy services throughout the continuum of care. The role involves performing therapeutic and rehabilitative procedures and diagnostic tests for patients with, or at risk of, abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system, collaborating with physicians, nurses and other team members to develop optimal cardiopulmonary care plans, performing patient assessments, evaluating therapy effectiveness, and determining which activities can be delegated. The position may also function as an in‑charge therapist and preceptor.

Qualifications

Graduation from an AMA/CoARC approved Respiratory Care program. Associates degree in Science, Allied Health or equivalent, or the equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

Registration (RRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC).

BCLS certification required. ACLS certification preferred.

Licensure to practice as a Respiratory Therapist in the State of Michigan.

DMC Detroit Receiving Hospital, Michigan’s first Level I Trauma Center, has one of the busiest and most well‑equipped emergency departments in the state. It also hosts the state’s leading 24/7 hyperbaric oxygen program, Metro Detroit’s first certified primary stroke center, the nationally recognized and accredited DMC Rosa Parks Geriatric Center of Excellence, and the first and largest verified burn center in the state.

EEO Statement
Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.

Tenet participates in the E-Verify program. E-Verify: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify

Job: Respiratory Services
Primary Location: Detroit, Michigan
Facility: DMC Receiving Hospital
Job Type: Full Time
Shift Type: Night

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