Job Title: Registered Respiratory Therapist
Employment Type: Full-Time
Location: Detroit, MI or Clinton Township, MI
Schedule: 3x12-hour shifts (Days or Nights)
Compensation: $27 $39 per hour (based on experience)
Sign-On Bonus: Available
Position OverviewWheeler Staffing Partners is seeking qualified
Registered Respiratory Therapists (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapists (CRT) to join a dynamic healthcare team. This role is responsible for delivering comprehensive respiratory care services across the continuum of care, supporting patients with cardiopulmonary conditions.
The ideal candidate is clinically strong, team-oriented, and committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities- Provide respiratory therapy services in accordance with established protocols and physician orders
- Perform therapeutic and rehabilitative procedures, as well as diagnostic testing for cardiopulmonary conditions
- Conduct patient assessments and evaluate the effectiveness of respiratory treatments
- Administer oxygen therapy, aerosolized medications, and medical gases as prescribed
- Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot respiratory equipment, including blood gas analyzers
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams to develop and adjust care plans
- Educate patients on respiratory treatments, equipment use, and disease management
- Participate in patient care rounds and coordinate with respiratory leadership as needed
- Support patient transport and ensure continuity of respiratory care
- Train and mentor staff and students; may serve as preceptor or lead therapist
Qualifications- CRT or RRT credential required (NBRC preferred)
- Completion of an AMA/CoARC-approved Respiratory Care program
Education Requirements (one of the following):- Associates degree in Science or related field
- Completion of an approved Respiratory Care program
- High school diploma/GED with 10+ years of on-the-job respiratory therapy experience
- Strong clinical, analytical, and patient care skills
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
Certifications & Requirements- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred
- Must obtain Respiratory Therapist license in the state of Michigan within required timeframe
- Ability to meet on-call requirements
- Must pass background check and drug screening
Compensation & BenefitsWe are committed to offering comprehensive benefits and rewards to full-time employees, including:
- Competitive hourly compensation based on experience
- Sign-on bonus eligibility
- Shift differentials for evenings, nights, and weekends
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- 401(k) with company match
- Professional development opportunities
- Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings accounts (HSA)
Why Work with Wheeler Staffing PartnersAt
Wheeler Staffing Partners, we connect healthcare professionals with meaningful opportunities that align with their skills and career goals. We provide personalized support, access to exclusive roles, and ongoing career guidancehelping you grow while making a lasting impact in patient care.