Respiratory Therapist

Respiratory Therapist

Location: Coldwater Regional Hospital

Job Summary

Our Respiratory Therapists demonstrate patient care second to none through providing therapeutic techniques with a companionate and individualized approach. Our Respiratory Therapists provide care to patients who experience obstacles breathing and collaborate with our team of medical professionals to ensure all of our patients’ needs are met, aiming to improve their lung functions and establish a sense of comfort. The Respiratory Therapist must be a team player who has superb communication skills in order to share complex information with patients and collaborate with Physicians.

Duties of a Respiratory Therapist

• Provides Respiratory Therapy treatment to all patients as directed in accordance with best practices and department standards
• Interviews and examines patients with breathing related disorders
• Records patient treatment, response, and progress
• Inspects, tests, maintains, and operates respiratory therapy equipment
• Performs chest examinations as needed
• Consult with physicians to develop patient treatment plans
• Monitor and record patients' progress
• Provides guidance and education to all staff members and patients regarding respiratory care
• Ability to succeed in situations under pressure while maintaining patience, tact and endurance

Qualifications of a Respiratory Therapist:

• Demonstrates eligibility to work for any employer in the U. S.
• Graduate of an accredited School for Respiratory Therapy
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) skills required.
• Licensed Respiratory Therapist in the state of Michigan
• Must have BLS & ACLS certifications or obtain certification within 90 days of employment
• Ability to perform Respiratory Therapy procedures independently and have superior problem-solving skills
• Ability to effectively educate others
• Demonstrated skills in verbal and written English communications for safe and effective patient care and to meet documentation standards.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and professionalism at all times
• Detail-oriented, conscientious and committed to precision in work results
• Ability to relate to and work effectively with a wonderfully diverse populace
• Ability to multitask and move between responsibilities in fluid manner
• Ability to independently problem-solve
• Committed to contributing to a positive environment, even in rapidly changing circumstances.
• Able to work in a fast-paced and stressful environment while maintaining positive energy.
• Willingness to participate in goal-setting and educational activities for professional advancement.
• Able to work compassionately with patients and coworkers to exhibit patient care second to none
• Demonstrates enthusiasm and drive.
• Exudes respect and flexibility to impact the workplace in a positive manner.
• Detail-oriented, conscientious and committed to precision in work results.
• Ability to perform to a high level of accuracy
• Friendly, empathetic, & respectful
• Reliable in work results, timeliness & attendance

Benefit Highlights

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and sick leave
• 401(k)
• Short & Long Disability and Life Term insurance
• Additional Supplementary coverages offered @ employee elections: Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, AD&D, etc.

Insight is an equal opportunity employer and values workplace diversity!