Critical Care Respiratory Therapist (LTAC)

ScionHealth; San Antonio (TX); In loco; USD 58.000 - 82.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Kindred Hospital San Antonio is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide comprehensive respiratory care under physician orders. The role includes monitoring and adjusting ventilation, airway management, ABG sampling, and patient education in a high-acuity LTAC setting.

The position requires graduation from an accredited respiratory therapy program, RCP licensure, and BCLS/ACLS certification. Strong teamwork and English communication are essential for patient care and interdepartmental

Competenze

• Graduate from an accredited respiratory therapy program (cert/diploma or associate's degree).
• RCP licensed in state upon hire; ACLS/BCLS required.
• Ability to work in high-stress, emergency situations; strong communication with healthcare team.

Mansioni

• Administer respiratory care per physician orders.
• Monitor mechanical ventilation and adjust therapy.
• Document procedures and ensure proper charge capture.
• Operate and troubleshoot Respiratory Care equipment and maintain sterility.
• Perform airway management including suction, intubation assistance, and CPR.
• Conduct ABG sampling, analysis, and quality control.
• Educate patients and families; provide handoff reports.
• Participate in department meetings and rounds; support new staff.

Conoscenze

Emergency response

Interpersonal communication

Adults/geriatric care

Team collaboration

Fluent English

Attendance

Formazione

Postsecondary Respiratory Therapy cert/diploma

Associate’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Strumenti

Ventilator management devices

ABG analyzer

Descrizione del lavoro

Kindred Hospital San Antonio is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide comprehensive respiratory care under physician orders. The role includes monitoring and adjusting ventilation, airway management, ABG sampling, and patient education in a high-acuity LTAC setting.

The position requires graduation from an accredited respiratory therapy program, RCP licensure, and BCLS/ACLS certification. Strong teamwork and English communication are essential for patient care and interdepartmental