Respiratory Care Assistant
Corewell Health·Taylor, Michigan
Corewell Health·Taylor, Michigan
Under the supervision of a Registered Respiratory Therapist, the Respiratory Care Assistant provides care to patients with acute and chronic illnesses by administering therapeutic modalities and reinforcing patient education. They follow the patient care plan, manage equipment, and ensure proper documentation.
Taylor - Casual/PRN About the Unit Our Respiratory Care Department is dedicated to providing comprehensive respiratory therapy services to patients of all ages.
Our team of skilled respiratory therapists works collaboratively with physicians and other healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality care, including advanced diagnostic testing, therapeutic interventions, and patient education.
We utilize the latest technology and evidence-based practices to manage and treat a wide range of respiratory conditions, ensuring our patients receive the best possible outcomes.
Join us in our mission to improve respiratory health and enhance the quality of life for our patients.
About Corewell Health Taylor Hospital Corwell Health Taylor Hospital is a 148-bed hospital that is a recognized health care leader in the metro Detroit area.
Proudly serving Taylor and surrounding communities since 1977, it offers specialty services including 24-hour emergency care, wound care and hyperbaric oxygen therapy, a surgical pavilion, a pain management clinic, orthopedic surgery, inpatient rehabilitation facility and full-service radiology, including advanced CT w/cardiac scoring, Fixed MRI including pacemaker, cinema vision and ultrasound (MSK & elastography).
Scope of Work Under the supervision of a Registered Respiratory Therapist, provides care to patients with acute and chronic illness by administering various therapeutic modalities and by providing reinforcement for the education and instruction developed in the patient care plan.
Follows the patient care plan as developed by the registered respiratory therapist, adhering to protocols for the delivery of medication and oxygen setups/titration.
Set up and monitor patients placed on non-invasive ventilation (depending on site).
Equipment processing, including high level disinfection of reusable supplies, oxygen tank maintenance, replenishing of par levels as needed.
Performs chart review for verification of orders; provide electronic documentation; provide reinforcement of patient and family education.
Required Current enrollment in a Respiratory Therapy degree program. Required To work as an RCA, selected candidates must successfully complete training modules and competency check offs (tailored to their scope of practice) developed by the department. Required Incumbent will be re-evaluated in two years if graduation did not occur. Completed the basic therapy clinical rotation in the employee’s perspective college program. Required CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association required Or CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross required
Candidates must be currently enrolled in a Respiratory Therapy degree program and have completed the basic therapy clinical rotation. Certification in Basic Life Support from either the AHA or ARC is also required.
Market context
In Michigan, Respiratory Care Assistant roles are typically tied to hospitals and other acute-care settings that need support for respiratory therapy teams. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for candidates already enrolled in an accredited respiratory therapy program, with at least one year completed, plus BLS certification at hire. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your program status and BLS readiness before applying.
