Henry Ford Health
Respiratory Therapy Extern
16001 W Nine Mile Rd, Southfield, MI 48075
On-site · Contract
First seen by offpeak October 9, 2026
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Company Description
Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford's care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation's most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus.
Job Description
About the Department
Join the Respiratory Therapy Department at Henry Ford Southfield Hospital, a respected network of hospitals serving communities across Oakland County. Our team is dedicated to providing advanced specialty care with deep local roots, ensuring our patients receive the highest quality of treatment. As part of Southfield Providence Hospitals, you'll work in a supportive environment with excellent amenities and strong community connections, all while being backed by the strength of a leading health system.
Role Overview
As a Respiratory Therapy Extern, you'll play a vital role in supporting patient care under the supervision of Registered Respiratory Therapists. This position is designed for full-time students in an accredited Respiratory Therapy program, allowing you to apply classroom knowledge and clinical skills in a real-world hospital setting. Your contributions will directly impact patient outcomes while you gain valuable hands-on experience.
Why Henry Ford Health
At Henry Ford Health, we are relentless advocates for exceptional care for our patients, communities, and each other. We come to do meaningful work and grow our careers, and we stay for the connection, support, and shared pride in making the impossible, possible.
What You Will Do
- Perform basic respiratory therapy tasks under the supervision of Registered Respiratory Therapists.
- Apply skills learned in academic and clinical settings to support patient care.
- Demonstrate competency in theoretical and practical tasks as assessed by departmental leadership.
- Adhere to all Henry Ford Health departmental policies and procedures.
- Expand your scope of practice as you gain knowledge and experience.
What You Will Need
Required Qualifications
- Full-time student in good standing in an accredited Respiratory Therapy program, preferably affiliated with Henry Ford Health.
- Successful completion of academic and clinical competencies specific to each task.
Preferred Qualifications
- Affiliation with a Henry Ford Health-affiliated Respiratory Therapy program.
What We Offer
At Henry Ford Health, we foster career growth through hands-on learning and collaboration with experienced professionals. You'll engage in mission-driven work that directly impacts patient care while expanding your skills in a supportive, innovative environment.
Join Our Team
Take the next step in your respiratory therapy career. Apply now to become a Respiratory Therapy Extern at Henry Ford Health!