Geriatric Respiratory Therapist – Weekend Coverage

The Hamlet Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center at Nesconset; Gordon Heights (NY); On-site; USD 66,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hamlet Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center at Nesconset in Gordon Heights, NY is seeking a full-time Respiratory Therapist to join our skilled nursing team with Saturday and Sunday coverage.

Ideal candidates will hold a state license, be able to evaluate and treat independently, and have a passion for geriatric care. Responsibilities include assessments, initiating therapies, managing records, and bedside treatments, with IDT participation and quarterly staff in-services.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Completes assessments and implements Respiratory therapy to address diverse illnesses/diseases.
• Initiate therapies, maintain patient records, operate, check, and assemble equipment.
• Complete a variety of bedside treatments.
• Attend in-services for nursing staff quarterly.
• Complete daily, weekly and monthly documentation.
• Attend applicable IDT meetings.
• Experience with tracheotomy.
• Experience in a long-term care setting.
• Follow facility procedures and protocols.
• Completes tracking, auditing and caseload management.

Education

COARC accredited AS or BS Respiratory program

Job description

The Hamlet Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center at Nesconset in Gordon Heights, NY is seeking a full-time Respiratory Therapist to join our skilled nursing team with Saturday and Sunday coverage.

Ideal candidates will hold a state license, be able to evaluate and treat independently, and have a passion for geriatric care. Responsibilities include assessments, initiating therapies, managing records, and bedside treatments, with IDT participation and quarterly staff in-services.