Respiratory Therapist – Long-Term Care
Detroit, MI
Jackson HealthPros
3x12 hrs

We’re hiring an experienced Respiratory Therapist for a local long-term care provider in Detroit, MI where you will be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the treatment, care, and needs of patients with breathing disorders.

Minimum Requirements:

• Associate or bachelor’s degree from a Respiratory Therapy or Cardiopulmonary Science program.
• Current Michigan state license in good standing with the State License Board.
• Registry as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).
• One year experience as an RRT. Facility prefers experience in long-term care, skilled nursing, or rehabilitation settings.
• BLS certification required. ACLS is preferred.
• Proficiency with mechanical ventilators, non-invasive ventilation, oxygen delivery systems, aerosol and nebulizer devices, and airway management including tracheostomy care and suctioning.
• Experience performing arterial puncture, oximetry, capnography, 12-lead EKG, basic arrhythmia recognition, and pulmonary function testing (NIF, VC, etc.).
• Ability to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot ventilatory equipment and perform ventilator set-up and self-tests.
• Ability to assist with procedures such as bronchoscopy, chest tube management, and PleurX drainage according to facility policy.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for documentation and physician communication.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Long-Term Care.
• Shift Name: Nights.
• Shift Pattern: Night, 3x12.
• Duration: 13-week assignment.
• Positions Available: 1.

Location Highlights

Detroit offers a mix of urban culture and waterfront recreation within easy reach. The Detroit Riverwalk provides riverfront trails and parks along the Detroit River and is adjacent to Belle Isle Park, a 982-acre island park with an aquarium and conservatory, both within a 10–20 minute drive from downtown. The city features the Detroit Institute of Arts and the Motown Museum, each located in the cultural Midtown and New Center districts and reachable within a 10–15 minute commute from major downtown neighborhoods. Outdoor options include kayaking and paddleboarding on the Detroit River and a 30–40 minute drive to Huron-Manistee National Forests for hiking and camping, fitting both urban and adventurous lifestyle preferences. Public transit options include the QLINE streetcar and SMART bus services connecting downtown, Midtown, and surrounding suburbs within typical commutes of 10–30 minutes.

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