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Respiratory Therapist
PER DIEM•Port Huron
About this role
Overview
Lake Huron Medical Center is a 139-bed community hospital that provides a wide range of inpatient and outpatient health care services to residents of St. Clair and Sanilac counties including emergency services, primary stroke center, cancer care, surgical services, physical therapy and rehabilitation services, pulmonary rehabilitation, and specialized diabetes programs.
Lake Huron Medical Center is affiliated with Lake Huron Medical Group which offers patient-centered care through primary and specialty care physician practices located throughout the Blue Water Area. Raising the bar for quality health care, Lake Huron Medical Center received the Leapfrog Group's grade "A" in hospital safety, Healthgrades Patient Safety Excellence Award, rated four stars by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and earned The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval® for Hospital Accreditation by demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards. Learn more at www.mylakehuron.com.
As a member of Prime Healthcare, Lake Huron Medical Center is proud to be part of a system recognized as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for 2024 by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group! This prestigious honor is based on over 1.5 million comprehensive company reviews from more than 250,000 employees, highlighting our commitment to creating a positive and supportive work environment.
Responsibilities
Under the direction and authorization of the medical director and cardiopulmonary director, the RCP II is responsible for performing respiratory therapeutic and pulmonary diagnostic procedures as ordered by the physician. Emphasis will be toward the assessment, planning, implementation and documentation of care, with consideration of age and population specific needs and requirements of the patient. In the absence of a supervisor, may be assigned/identified as Lead RCP, having responsibility for the section or department during their shift.
Qualifications
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING
1. Current State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license required.2. Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) or obtained within three (3) months of hire.3. Basic Life Support (BLS) certified from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) upon hire and maintain current.4. Adult Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) from the AHA or ARC certification upon hire and maintain current. 5. Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) from the AHA certification upon hire and maintain current or obtained within 60 days of hire. 6. Neonatal Resuscitation Program certificate is preferred.7. Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree preferred. 8. Two (2) years of acute care experience is preferred.
Employment Status
Per DiemShift
NightsEqual Employment Opportunity
Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf
What you'll do
- The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for performing respiratory therapeutic and pulmonary diagnostic procedures as ordered by the physician. They will focus on the assessment, planning, implementation, and documentation of care, considering the specific needs of the patient.
About Lake Huron Medical Center
Lake Huron Medical Center is a 139-bed acute care hospital conveniently located on Electric Avenue in Port Huron. We offer high-quality, compassionate care and a variety of inpatient and outpatient services catered to meet the healthcare needs of the Blue Water and Thumb communities.
We are committed to making our facility a safe place for care. You can rest assured that we’ve taken all the steps we can to protect you and those you love. Lake Huron Medical Center ensures you don’t have to choose between safety and getting the care you need in these unprecedented times of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Lake Huron Medical Center has had an unparalleled tradition of providing compassionate, high-quality health care to the Blue Water Area for nearly 65 years. Our rich history of delivering life-saving and life-changing medical care to our neighbors stands at our core as we continue to make healthcare accessible and tailored to our community’s needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Respiratory Therapist do at Lake Huron Medical Center?
As a Respiratory Therapist at Lake Huron Medical Center, you will: the Respiratory Therapist is responsible for performing respiratory therapeutic and pulmonary diagnostic procedures as ordered by the physician. They will focus on the assessment, planning, implementation, and documentation of care, considering the specific needs of the patient..
Is the Respiratory Therapist position at Lake Huron Medical Center remote?
The Respiratory Therapist position at Lake Huron Medical Center is based in Port Huron, Michigan, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
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