Corewell Health
Respiratory Therapy Apprentice Lakeland Hospital
Corewell Health, Sturgis, Michigan, United States,
Our mission at Spectrum 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.
Lakeland Care Network:
Lakeland Care Network is a partnership between your physician and Corewell Health Lakeland. We are the largest Accountable Care Organization (ACO) in southwestern Michigan. We are not an insurance company, but rather a comprehensive health care network of hospitals, physicians, and other providers who share a commitment to excellence.
Our provider panel consists of more than 150 primary care providers, and over 800 specialty care providers who are dedicated to serving the health care needs of our community. Corewell Health Lakeland includes three acute care hospitals in St. Joseph, Niles, and Watervliet, as well as multiple other state-of-the-art facilities throughout the region.
Link to Lakeland Care Network:
https://lakelandcare.com/directory/facility/corewell-health-lakeland-hospitals-st-joseph-hospital
Respiratory Care Page:
https://careers.corewellhealth.org/us/en/respiratorytherapy
Job Summary
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.
Essential Functions
Prep and stock 5S sheets, RT Equipment Carts, intubation boxes and RT forms.
Administer Positive Expiratory Pressure (PEP).
Complete oxygen rounds (*no weaning).
Complete crash cart checks.
Clean and process equipment.
Educate patients on proper technique to using Nebulizer/Metered Dose Inhalers/Dry powder inhalers under direct supervision by licensed Respiratory Therapist. (year 2)
Perform arterial blood gas draw and analyze results under direct supervision by licensed Respiratory Therapist. (year 2)
Administer BiPAP/CPAP/Hi-Flow under direct supervision by licensed Respiratory Therapist. (year 2)
Responsible to establish an artificial airway for patients who cannot breathe independently under direct supervision by a licenses Respiratory Therapist. (year 2)
Responsible for transporting patients on BiPAP/Vents under direct supervision by licensed Respiratory Therapist. (year 2)
May administer conscious sedation under direct supervision by licensed Respiratory Therapist. (year 2)
Communicates, collaborates, and acts as a team player with others in order to ensure continuity and coordination of services.
Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field.
Qualifications
Required Must be actively enrolled in CoARC accredited RT program
Required High School Diploma or equivalent
Healthcare Preferred
CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA
CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC
Primary Location
SITE - Lakeland Hospital St Joseph - 1234 Napier Ave - St Joseph
Department Name
Respiratory Therapy - St Joseph
Employment Type
Part time
Shift
Variable (United States of America)
Weekly Scheduled Hours
24
Hours of Work
Variable
Days Worked
Variable
Weekend Frequency
Variable weekends
CURRENT COREWELL HEALTH TEAM MEMBERS – Please apply through Find Jobs from your Workday team member account. This career site is for Non-Corewell Health team members only.
Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.
Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.
An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.
You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.
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.
Lakeland Care Network:
Lakeland Care Network is a partnership between your physician and Corewell Health Lakeland. We are the largest Accountable Care Organization (ACO) in southwestern Michigan. We are not an insurance company, but rather a comprehensive health care network of hospitals, physicians, and other providers who share a commitment to excellence.
Our provider panel consists of more than 150 primary care providers, and over 800 specialty care providers who are dedicated to serving the health care needs of our community. Corewell Health Lakeland includes three acute care hospitals in St. Joseph, Niles, and Watervliet, as well as multiple other state-of-the-art facilities throughout the region.
Link to Lakeland Care Network:
https://lakelandcare.com/directory/facility/corewell-health-lakeland-hospitals-st-joseph-hospital
Respiratory Care Page:
https://careers.corewellhealth.org/us/en/respiratorytherapy
Job Summary
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.
Essential Functions
Prep and stock 5S sheets, RT Equipment Carts, intubation boxes and RT forms.
Administer Positive Expiratory Pressure (PEP).
Complete oxygen rounds (*no weaning).
Complete crash cart checks.
Clean and process equipment.
Educate patients on proper technique to using Nebulizer/Metered Dose Inhalers/Dry powder inhalers under direct supervision by licensed Respiratory Therapist. (year 2)
Perform arterial blood gas draw and analyze results under direct supervision by licensed Respiratory Therapist. (year 2)
Administer BiPAP/CPAP/Hi-Flow under direct supervision by licensed Respiratory Therapist. (year 2)
Responsible to establish an artificial airway for patients who cannot breathe independently under direct supervision by a licenses Respiratory Therapist. (year 2)
Responsible for transporting patients on BiPAP/Vents under direct supervision by licensed Respiratory Therapist. (year 2)
May administer conscious sedation under direct supervision by licensed Respiratory Therapist. (year 2)
Communicates, collaborates, and acts as a team player with others in order to ensure continuity and coordination of services.
Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field.
Qualifications
Required Must be actively enrolled in CoARC accredited RT program
Required High School Diploma or equivalent
Healthcare Preferred
CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA
CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC
Primary Location
SITE - Lakeland Hospital St Joseph - 1234 Napier Ave - St Joseph
Department Name
Respiratory Therapy - St Joseph
Employment Type
Part time
Shift
Variable (United States of America)
Weekly Scheduled Hours
24
Hours of Work
Variable
Days Worked
Variable
Weekend Frequency
Variable weekends
CURRENT COREWELL HEALTH TEAM MEMBERS – Please apply through Find Jobs from your Workday team member account. This career site is for Non-Corewell Health team members only.
Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.
Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.
An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.
You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.