Initiate and perform all basic respiratory care techniques including, but not limited to blood gas analysis, equipment rounds, compressed gas therapy, basic ventilator parameters. Trained in Cardio-Pulmonary Association standards, administers medication including: antibiotic bronchodilators. Stock disignated ares with respiratory care equipment.
High School Diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Acceptance in a Respiratory Therapy Program or previous respiratory therapy experience. Some laborary experience or patient care experience.
This position is included in the bargaining unit represented by the Service Employees International Union - Healthcare Michigan (SEIU), which represents bargaining unit members in all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.
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