Job Description & RequirementsRegistered Respiratory Therapist - Pediatric - (RRT - Peds - Pedi)
StartDate: ASAP Available Shifts: 12 N Pay Rate: $2285.00 - $2354.00
This Respiratory Therapist position is based in a dynamic inpatient rehabilitation setting in Grand Rapids, Michigan, working with both adult and pediatric patients on night shift with rotating weekend coverage. The role offers the opportunity to provide meaningful respiratory care to patients recovering from complex medical events, surgeries, neurological conditions, and other diagnoses requiring comprehensive rehab support.Grand Rapids is a highly appealing city for healthcare professionals. The downtown area features a lively mix of restaurants, coffee shops, craft breweries, and music venues, making nights and weekends enjoyable when you are off shift. The city is known for its cultural attractions, including art museums, performance spaces, and the renowned Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park. For those who enjoy the outdoors, there are scenic trails, parks, and riverfront paths, along with nearby lakes and recreation areas perfect for biking, kayaking, and year-round activities. Grand Rapids also offers a strong sense of community, family-friendly neighborhoods, quality schools, and a reasonable cost of living, making it easy to settle in and build a fulfilling life outside of work.The rehab facility itself is designed to support multidisciplinary care for a broad spectrum of patients. As a Respiratory Therapist on nights, you will be an integral member of the inpatient team, collaborating with nursing, rehabilitation therapists, and physicians to optimize respiratory status and overall functional recovery. The environment emphasizes coordinated, patient-centered care and encourages professional input from respiratory therapists to shape treatment plans and protocols.Typical responsibilities in this role include performing comprehensive respiratory assessments on adult and pediatric patients, delivering therapeutic interventions such as oxygen therapy, aerosolized medications, airway clearance techniques, and non-invasive ventilation as appropriate, and providing ongoing monitoring and adjustment of respiratory care based on patient response. You will manage and maintain respiratory equipment, perform tracheostomy care, assist with ventilator weaning strategies where applicable, and be prepared to respond to urgent situations and rapid assessments during the night hours.Your nights will involve close collaboration with the nursing team to support respiratory needs for patients with conditions including pulmonary disease, cardiac issues, neurologic disorders, spinal cord injuries, post-surgical recovery, and other complex diagnoses common in rehabilitation settings. You will prioritize safe, effective, and compassionate care while maintaining accurate and timely documentation in the EMR. Education of patients and families on respiratory therapies, equipment use, and home-care strategies as they prepare for discharge is an important part of the role, helping ensure continuity of care beyond the facility.Patient ratios and workload are structured to allow for thorough respiratory management and individualized attention. Bed capacity supports a diverse mix of adult and pediatric patients, and the team is accustomed to coordinating care across multiple disciplines to enhance outcomes. Night shifts provide the opportunity for focused, independent practice while still being supported by a collaborative team culture. Rotating weekends help maintain consistent coverage for patients while allowing for planned time off to enjoy all that Grand Rapids has to offer.This position is well suited for respiratory therapists who appreciate working across age groups, enjoy the challenge of caring for medically complex rehab patients, and value the chance to build strong relationships with patients over the course of their recovery. The communitys strong healthcare presence, coupled with Grand Rapids rich cultural and recreational offerings, makes this an appealing location for long-term growth in your respiratory therapy career.
Required Qualifications
Registered Respiratory Therapist, Adult
Experience: 2 years
RT-MI
Certifications: RRT-National Board for Respiratory Care; BLS-AHA; PALS-AHA
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Registered Respiratory Therapist, Pedi
Experience: 2 years
RT-MI
Certifications: RRT-National Board for Respiratory Care; BLS-AHA; PALS-AHA
Weekends: every other
References: 1 Reference in entire work history
EPIC EMR , Philips Respironics Trilogy (e.g., Trilogy Evo), Breas Vivo series , they train family on the vents for home care
Two or more years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist in an acute care or inpatient rehabilitation environment Prior experience with both adult and pediatric inpatient caseloads, including medically complex and post-surgical patients Experience working night shift and being comfortable with autonomous practice and rapid response situations Proficiency with advanced respiratory therapies such as non-invasive ventilation, high-flow oxygen therapy, airway clearance techniques, and tracheostomy care in rehab populations Familiarity with ventilator management and weaning protocols in a rehab or long-term acute setting Previous experience in interdisciplinary rehabilitation teams that include physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and nursing Experience with quality improvement initiatives, outcomes tracking, or evidence-based practice projects in respiratory care Background working in facilities recognized for high-quality care, specialty certifications, or advanced rehab services Bilingual or multilingual communication skills helpful for diverse patient populations
Job BenefitsAllied travel assignments are typically for 13 weeks and offer generous packages that include:
- Competitive pay rates
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- 401(k) and Flex Spending
- Life Insurance
- Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
- Free Continuing Education
- Competitive Housing Deal
- Refer a friend and earn extra cash!
About the CompanyAt AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.
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