Respiratory Therapist

Schedule: 6:30 PM 7:00 AM (3x12 shifts)
Weekend/Holiday: Every other weekend and holiday
Orientation: 3 days (36 hours)

Under the general supervision of the Respiratory Therapy Supervisor, the Respiratory Therapist delivers life-support, resuscitation, monitoring, and medical gas therapy to patients. Performs both invasive and non-invasive diagnostic procedures for patients in Intensive Care and General Practice Units.

Maintains clinical expertise to support departmental assignments across various business units as needed. Communicates effectively with patients, physicians, co-workers, and other staff regarding patient care needs. Ensures accurate documentation of all patient care activities and billing information.

May supervise, direct, and delegate tasks to Respiratory Therapists, respiratory therapy students, externs, and new staff as assigned.

Required:

• Associate of Science Degree from an accredited Respiratory Therapist program

Preferred:

• Bachelors Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Required:

• Registration with the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)

• Current Respiratory Therapist License in the State of Michigan

Preferred:

• BLS Certification

Required:

• Minimum 2 years of recent Respiratory Therapist experience

• NICU experience (must be current or within the last year; experience must be clearly listed)

Technology Experience:

• Cerner

• High Frequency Oscillating Ventilator

• Servo I and Servo U Ventilators

Soft Skills:

• Strong communication skills

• Good organizational skills

Detroit, Michigan

• Start Date: March 30, 2026

• End Date: June 27, 2026

• Duration: 13 weeks

• Interview: In-person or phone (30 minutes)

• On Call: No

• Block Scheduling: Yes

• Shift: Nights (6:30 PM 7:00 AM)

• Hours per Week: 40

• Hours per Day: 8

• Days per Week: 5