About Corewell Health

At our core, we are here to help people be well so they can live their healthiest life possible.

Through health care and health coverage, we create more value
Through compassion, collaboration, clarity, curiosity and courage, we make anything and everything possible
Through our people, we care for the whole person with respect, dignity and love
Everyone deserves opportunities and resources for better health
Everyone deserves our relentless pursuit to innovate and always do better
Everyone deserves to have a community be a great place to live, work, learn and play
We believe health and well-being should be within reach for all
We believe the system to support the entire health and wellness journey starts with prevention.
We believe that together we will make a difference
That together we are here to make health better for everyone
Together, we are Corewell Health

Scope of Work

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.

Respiratory Care Video and Page:

https://careers.corewellhealth.org/us/en/respiratorytherapy

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 American Heart Association 90 Days preferred
If you are 18 or older and have graduated High School or completed your GED, you may apply for this position
A Recruiter will follow up with you via email to schedule a Phone Appt.
If still interested in this Program, the Recruiter will move you forward in the process so that you may complete a Shadow with a Respiratory Therapist
If you receive an RT Apprentice Offer, you may then seek Enrollment into RT Program at an accredited college, such as Muskegon Community College or Kalamazoo Community College, or other college
Pre-Requisites to acceptance into the RT Program could also be covered
This could mean the beginning of a new and exciting career in Respiratory Therapy while making a difference in the life of patients and families!

How Corewell Health cares for you

Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.
On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance
Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location

SITE - Butterworth Hospital - 100 Michigan St - Grand Rapids

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Part time

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Variable (United States of America)

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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.