Respiratory Therapist
Franciscan Health·Michigan City, Indiana
Franciscan Health·Michigan City, Indiana
The Registered Respiratory Therapist manages the diagnosis and treatment of patients with pulmonary disorders. Responsibilities include operating ventilators, administering medications, and conducting specialized respiratory tests.
Franciscan Health Michigan City Campus 3500 Franciscan Way Michigan City, Indiana 46360 The Registered Respiratory Therapist oversees the diagnosis, treatment, and care management of patients with pulmonary disorders at Franciscan. This position uses a variety of testing techniques to assist doctors in diagnosing disorders, and determines requirements for treatment, such as type, method and duration of therapy, precautions to be taken, or medication and dosages, compatible with physicians' orders.
Franciscan Health is a leading healthcare organization dedicated to providing exceptional patient care and promoting health and wellness in our community. Our mission is to ensure that every patient receives the highest quality of care through innovation, compassion, and excellence. With 12 ministries and access points across Indiana and Illinois, Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health care systems in the Midwest. Franciscan Health takes pride in hiring coworkers who provide compassionate, comprehensive care for our patients and the communities we serve.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT Set up and operate mechanical ventilators using invasive or non-invasive procedures Administer high frequency jet ventilation (HFJV), high-frequency oscillatory ventilation (HFOV), and conventional methods to deliver nitric oxide to patients.
Administers inhaled medications to patients, such as SABA, LABA, LAMA, ICS, antibiotics, and other prescribed inhaled medications.
Educate patients and their caregivers about their conditions, and teach appropriate disease management techniques, such as breathing exercises or the use of medications or respiratory equipment.
Conduct special procedures including electrocardiograms (EKGs), arterial blood gas tests (ABG), pulmonary function tests and surfactant delivery.
Ensure proper functioning and appropriate utilization of Respiratory Therapy equipment in use by patients Evaluate patients' response to therapy and make necessary adjustments to treatment plans.
Required Associate's Degree Required High School Diploma/GED Required Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - The National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) Required Basic Life Support Program (BLS) - American Heart Association Required Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association TRAVEL IS REQUIRED: Never or Rarely EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER It is the policy of Franciscan Alliance to provide equal employment to its employees and qualified applicants for employment as otherwise required by an applicable local, state or Federal law. Franciscan Alliance reserves a Right of Conscience objection in the event local, state or Federal ordinances that violate its values and the free exercise of its religious rights. Franciscan Alliance is committed to equal employment opportunity. Franciscan provides eligible employees with comprehensive benefit offerings. Find an overview on the benefit section of our career site, jobs.franciscanhealth.org.
Candidates must have an Associate's degree and be a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certified by the NBRC. BLS and ACLS certifications from the American Heart Association are also required.
Market context
Respiratory Therapist roles in Indiana are typically driven by ongoing hospital, rehab, and long-term care needs, especially for candidates who can work in fast-paced clinical settings. This role is competitive because it requires Indiana licensure, current BLS CPR certification, and the physical ability to handle heavy lifting, with one year of clinical experience preferred. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit before applying.
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