Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem - Out Patient Pulmonary Rehab

Whittierhealth; Bradford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare facility is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for their Outpatient Pulmonary Rehab. This per diem role includes collaborating with the care team, developing exercise protocols, and educating patients on breathing mechanics. Ideal candidates will possess a degree in Respiratory Therapy and relevant certifications, focusing on adult rehabilitation and geriatric care.

Qualifications

• Knowledge and competency in dealing with adult rehabilitation and geriatric patients.
• Current licensure by the Commonwealth of MA's Board of Respiratory Care.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate as a member of the patient care team to help patients achieve their goals.
• Develop exercise prescriptions and supervise therapy.
• Assess patients for admission into Pulmonary Rehab.

Skills

Patient Care

Collaboration

Oxygen Administration

Education

Education

B.S. or A.S. in Respiratory Therapy

CRT or RRT credential

Certification in BLS for Health Providers

Job description

Respiratory Therapist - Outpatient Pulmonary Rehab - Whittier Rehab Hospital - Bradford
Per Diem

Primary Responsibilities:

• Collaborate as a trusted member of the patient care team as the subject matter expert to drive patients to their goals
• Assists in the development of exercise prescriptions and protocols and supervises exercise therapy.
• Assess patients based on their medical history for admission into the Pulmonary Rehab
• Manages care plans and new patient intakes
• Provides support with oxygen administration and titration for patients requiring O2 supplementation.
• Monitors SpO2 saturations for every patient
• Provides education for patients on breathing mechanics and coping with their restrictive and/or obstructive pulmonary disease.
• Assists patients in equipment understanding concepts and lifestyle modification principles.
• Fulfill all compliance and database responsibilities related to this position
• Performs other duties as assigned by Department leadership

Prerequisites:

• B.S., or A.S.in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited program.
• CRT or RRT credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care.
• Current licensure by the Division of Registration, Board of Respiratory Care, Commonwealth of MA.
• Certification in BLS for the Healthcare provider.
• Knowledge, experience and competency in dealing with adult rehabilitation and geriatric age group.