Respiratory Therapist

Job Summary:
As a RT, you will work directly with patients who depend on advanced respiratory support to maintain their independence and quality of life. You will become a trusted resource for patients and families navigating chronic and complex respiratory conditions.

Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM, plus on-call rotation

Our team manages a diverse population of patients, including those with:
• COPD
• Neuromuscular diseases such as ALS, Muscular Dystrophy, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy
• Restrictive lung disease
• Pediatric respiratory disorders
• Sleep-disordered breathing requiring PAP therapy
• Tracheostomy-dependent patients
• Ventilator-dependent patients

You will provide clinical support and education for therapies including:
• CPAP, APAP, and BiPAP therapy
• Non-invasive and invasive mechanical ventilation
• Tracheostomy care and management
• Mechanical insufflation-exsufflation (Cough Assist) therapy
• High-frequency chest wall oscillation (Percussive Vest) therapy
• Oxygen therapy and oxygen delivery systems
• Every day, you'll help patients and caregivers gain the confidence and skills needed to successfully manage complex therapies at home while improving comfort, independence, and overall quality of life.

What You'll Do:
• Coordinate and provide respiratory clinical services to adult and pediatric patients in the home setting.
• Assess patient respiratory needs and develop individualized plans of service to support successful home therapy.
• Deliver, set up, and educate patients and caregivers on respiratory equipment and treatment plans.
• Provide comprehensive hands-on instruction for PAP therapy, ventilators, tracheostomy care, cough assist devices, percussive vest therapy, oxygen equipment, and other respiratory modalities.
• Serve as a clinical resource to patients, families, caregivers, referral sources, and healthcare providers.
• Monitor patient progress, compliance, and outcomes while identifying opportunities to optimize therapy.
• Collaborate with physicians, case managers, discharge planners, and other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care.
• Coordinate equipment maintenance, quality assurance, and documentation in accordance with company policies and regulatory standards.
• Obtain and manage required clinical documentation, prescriptions, and supporting records.
• Participate in staff education and training related to respiratory therapy services.
• Provide on-call respiratory support as required.

What We're Looking For
• Current Respiratory Therapist license in the State of Michigan.
• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
• One year of respiratory care experience preferred, but motivated new graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Strong patient assessment, communication, and education skills.
• Ability to work independently while managing a variety of patient needs and clinical situations.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and a good driving record.
• Ability to travel throughout the service area and work in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to lift, move, and transport equipment up to 50 pounds.