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Corewell Health·Saint Joseph Charter Township, Michigan
Respiratory Therapy Apprentice
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The Respiratory Therapy Apprentice assists licensed therapists with various procedures and tasks under their direction. They are responsible for the assembly, transport, disinfection, calibration, and troubleshooting of respiratory equipment.
About Corewell Health Lakeland Our mission at Corewell Health Lakeland is “to improve health, inspire hope and save lives.” We live this mission every day by providing compassionate care and encouraging wellness.
We encourage you and your family to be active, involved, and informed in your care.
We provide leading-edge medical services, highly specialized healthcare professionals, and quality care.
We’re a not-for-profit, community-owned health system, which includes three hospitals, an outpatient surgery center, long-term care, and hospice care through over 56 access points in Southwest Michigan.
The history of Lakeland dates back to the 1800s, when our hospitals first began meeting the needs of area residents.
Today, we are proud to continue that tradition of service to our neighbors in the community with safe, high-quality, compassionate care.
The newly added 22,000-square-foot facility in Niles, Michigan will have 43 exam rooms and will house both Southwestern Medical Primary Care, Niles and Spectrum Health Lakeland Ear, Nose, and Throat providers.
The $7.8 million project is expected to be completed and open to patients March 2023.
This facility is a continued investment in our Niles community and the health of those we serve.
It houses a range of coordinated health services from diagnostics to primary and specialty care, all in one place, allowing us to deliver care to a patient’s whole family, right in their community. https://lakelandcare.com/directory/facility/corewell-health-lakeland-hospitals-st-joseph-hospital Scope of Work The Respiratory Therapy Apprentice works under the direction of a licensed Respiratory Therapist.
The Respiratory Therapy Apprentice is responsible for maintaining an appropriate level of equipment in the various respiratory work areas and assisting the Respiratory Therapists with various procedures and tasks, as directed.
The Respiratory Therapy Apprentice may be responsible for performing multiple duties that require an expertise in the assembly, transport, disinfection, calibration and troubleshooting of respiratory related equipment.
Respiratory Care Video and Page: https://careers.corewellhealth.org/us/en/respiratorytherapy
Required Must be actively enrolled in CoARC accredited RT program Required High School Diploma or equivalent Healthcare Preferred CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association 90 Days preferred If you are 18 or older, have graduated High School or possess a GED, and would be interested in becoming a Respiratory Therapist and may attend Kalamazoo Valley Community College, Ivy Tech Community College, or Muskegon Community College, please apply so that we may consider you for the RT Apprentice Program This is also a great career choice for someone with an Exercise Science Degree and willing to complete one and a half or two additional years of schooling to have a great Respiratory Care career This is also a great Program to consider for anyone with an Associate in Science, or anyone who may have completed some Science Courses during High School or Post High School You may also have a Part Time position at Corewell Health while attending the RT Apprentice Program, having Full Benefits, and earning a living Please apply if you would like the Recruiter to contact you while providing additional information
Candidates must be actively enrolled in a CoARC accredited respiratory therapy program and possess a high school diploma or equivalent. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is preferred within 90 days of hire.
Market context
Michigan allied-health employers often seek physical therapists for outpatient, inpatient, and rehab settings, with demand shaped by patient volume, aging populations, and care access needs. These roles are competitive because employers look for accredited PT graduates, current or pending Michigan licensure, and a clear commitment to quality outcomes. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your licensure status and tailor your application to patient-care results.