Geriatric Respiratory Therapist - Weekend Coverage

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

Job summary

The Hamlet Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center at Nesconset in New York is seeking a full-time Respiratory Therapist to join our geriatric care team. The position requires state license, independent assessment and treatment, and a passion for improving residents' respiratory health.

Weekend coverage (Saturday and Sunday) with opportunities to participate in IDT meetings, perform bedside treatments, document routinely, and support nursing staff in a long-term care setting.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Completes assessments and implements respiratory therapy to rehab/maintain patients.
• Initiate therapies, maintain records, operate and check equipment.
• Perform bedside treatments.
• Conduct in-services for nursing staff each quarter.
• Complete daily, weekly and monthly documentation.
• Attend IDT meetings.
• Experience with tracheotomy.
• Experience in a long-term care setting.
• Follow facility procedures and protocols.
• Track, audit and manage caseload.
• Perform related duties as required.

Skills

RRT/CRT license

BLS certification

Education

COARC accredited AS or BS Respiratory program

Job description

The Hamlet Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center at Nesconset in New York is seeking a full-time Respiratory Therapist to join our geriatric care team. The position requires state license, independent assessment and treatment, and a passion for improving residents' respiratory health.

Weekend coverage (Saturday and Sunday) with opportunities to participate in IDT meetings, perform bedside treatments, document routinely, and support nursing staff in a long-term care setting.