Greater Chicago Midwest HERC

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

The Respiratory Technician position within the Adult Respiratory Care Department assesses the care needs regarding basic therapies of patients for whom respiratory care services are ordered. They initiate and perform basic respiratory care techniques and blood gas analysis. As part of the healthcare inpatient team, Respiratory Technicians work closely with respiratory therapists, nurses and other hospital staff in delivery patient services and assuring safety. *Shift is 7:00 pm to 7:30 am.

• Perform basic respiratory therapy techniques such as intermittent-positive-pressure-breathing therapy (IPPB), Nebulized Mist Treatment (NMT), ultrasonic therapy, aerosol and oxygen therapy, compressed gas therapy and ventilator parameters.
• Prepare respiratory therapy equipment for patient treatments.
• Administer inhaled medications.
• Assemble complex technical devices for oxygen delivery.
• Modify and improvise patient equipment to meet unique situations.
• Stock and maintain designated areas with appropriate respiratory therapy equipment.
• Responsible for learning new clinical procedures and equipment.
• Communicate pertinent observations of patient status to on-coming shift and shift supervisor.
• Follow department procedures for accurate and complete entries on medical-legal documents and departmental documents.
• Process patient care orders using the electronic ordering system may be required in certain areas.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Acceptance in a Respiratory Therapy Program or previous respiratory therapy experience.
• Knowledge of respiratory therapy modalities.
• Ability to conduct himself/herself in a professional manner.
• Ability to use sound judgment, tact and dependability.
• Excellent organizational, customer service and reading comprehension skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work well with all levels of hospital personnel.
• Proficiency in information technology skills (including Microsoft Office software, e-mail and calendar); proven record of effectively learning and utilizing computer systems and technology.

• Some college level training in a health or science related degree (e.g., Respiratory Therapy Program student), or previous work experience in a similar position.
• Knowledge of all basic respiratory care techniques
• Active membership in the AARC and MSRC
• ACLS

The employee will be able to perform the assigned duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations:

• Ability to promote and teach service excellence, diversity, guest relations and clinical care among staff, students, patients, families and visitors
• Considerable physical and mental effort in job duties, i.e., assisting patients, moving equipment, lifting, pulling, pushing, bending, twisting, walking, long periods of standing, comforting and emotionally supporting patients and families.
• Frequent use and exposure to disinfectant agents and hand cleaners.
• Ability to function appropriately in emergency situations.
• The position may be prone to fatigue and infrequent opportunities for relaxation.
• Ability to communicate/exchange information; read, write, speak and comprehend English.
• Functional visual acuity and hearing for accurate assessment and recording of patient observations and information in clinical records.
• Manual dexterity to perform required procedure activity proficiently and safely.
• Seven days per week work schedules including weekends, holiday rotations and on-call assignment

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the Service Employees International Union (SEIU), which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

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A great university is made so by its faculty and staff, and Michigan is recognized as one of the best universities to work for in the country. The Michigan culture is known for engaging faculty and staff in all facets of the university to create a workplace that is vibrant and stimulating.For two consecutive years, the Chronicle of Higher Education has placed U-M in its "Great Colleges to Work For" survey. In particular, the university earns high marks for strong relations between faculty and administrators, a collaborative system of governance, strong pay and benefits, and a healthy work/life balance.

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