Geriatric Respiratory Therapist - Weekend Coverage

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

Job summary

The Hamlet Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center at Nesconset in Stony Brook, NY, seeks a full-time Respiratory Therapist to join our geriatric-focused care team. Saturday and Sunday coverage is required; the role involves assessments, initiating therapies, and documenting patient progress in a skilled nursing setting.

Responsibilities include bedside treatments, equipment management, and coordination with the care team. NY licensure and BLS are required; tracheostomy experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Graduate of COARC accredited AS or BS Respiratory program.
• Licensed as RRT or CRT.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Completes assessments and implements respiratory techniques for varied illnesses.
• Initiate therapies, maintain patient records, operate and assemble equipment.
• Complete bedside treatments and documentation daily.
• Attend applicable IDT meetings and participate in in-services for nursing staff quarterly.
• Experience with tracheotomy and long-term care settings preferred.
• Follow facility procedures and track caseloads.

Skills

Licensed Respiratory Therapist

BLS Certification

Independent clinical judgment

Education

COARC accredited AS or BS in Respiratory Therapy

Tools

Tracheostomy care

Job description

The Hamlet Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center at Nesconset in Stony Brook, NY, seeks a full-time Respiratory Therapist to join our geriatric-focused care team. Saturday and Sunday coverage is required; the role involves assessments, initiating therapies, and documenting patient progress in a skilled nursing setting.

Responsibilities include bedside treatments, equipment management, and coordination with the care team. NY licensure and BLS are required; tracheostomy experience is a plus.