Acute Care Respiratory Therapist (RRT/CRT)

LiveWell Homecare Agency; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency seeks a Respiratory Therapist (RRT or CRT) to assess respiratory needs, develop treatment plans, and implement therapies within a hospital-based or homecare setting. The role includes managing ventilators, performing airway care, and educating patients and families while adhering to safety standards.

Ideal candidates will have specialty training and certifications in ACLS, BLS, NRP, and PALS; experience in acute care is preferred, with a residency option for new

Qualifications

• Graduate from specialty training program.
• Certifications in ACLS, BLS, NRP, and PALS (training provided).
• Experience in acute care preferred; new graduates may participate in a residency program focused on developing critical thinking and clinical skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient respiratory needs and develop treatment plans.
• Perform therapeutic modalities (e.g., aerosolized meds, oxygen therapy, airway care).
• Manage ventilators and assist with intra-hospital transport.
• Educate patients and families; document assessments and safety standards.

Skills

ACLS

BLS

NRP

PALS

Education

Specialty training program

Job description

LiveWell Homecare Agency seeks a Respiratory Therapist (RRT or CRT) to assess respiratory needs, develop treatment plans, and implement therapies within a hospital-based or homecare setting. The role includes managing ventilators, performing airway care, and educating patients and families while adhering to safety standards.

Ideal candidates will have specialty training and certifications in ACLS, BLS, NRP, and PALS; experience in acute care is preferred, with a residency option for new