Geriatric Respiratory Therapist (Full-Time Weekend)

Trevecca Center for Rehabilitation and Healing; Pegram (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Trevecca Center for Rehabilitation and Healing is seeking a full-time Respiratory Therapist to join a Skilled Nursing facility team. The RT will evaluate and treat independently, provide functional respiratory therapies, and contribute to resident care focused on geriatrics.

Responsibilities include performing bedside treatments, documenting progress, and participating in IDT meetings. Experience with tracheostomy and chronic care settings is preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of COARC accredited AS or BS Respiratory program and licensed as RRT or CRT.
• Licensed in the state in which practicing; BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform assessments and implement respiratory techniques for rehab patients.
• Initiate therapies and maintain patient records; operate and assemble equipment.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Independent practice

Geriatric care

Respiratory therapy

Education

AS/BS Respiratory Therapy

Licensed in practicing state (RRT/CRT)

Tools

Respiratory equipment

CPAP/BIPAP

Job description

Trevecca Center for Rehabilitation and Healing is seeking a full-time Respiratory Therapist to join a Skilled Nursing facility team. The RT will evaluate and treat independently, provide functional respiratory therapies, and contribute to resident care focused on geriatrics.

Responsibilities include performing bedside treatments, documenting progress, and participating in IDT meetings. Experience with tracheostomy and chronic care settings is preferred.