Geriatric Respiratory Therapist — Weekend Coverage

Glengariff Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center; Town of Woodbury (NY); On-site; USD 62,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Glengariff Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in New York is seeking a full-time Respiratory Therapist to join a skilled nursing team. The candidate must have a valid license in the practice state and a passion for geriatric care. Independent evaluation and treatment, with weekly in-services, are expected.

The role involves performing respiratory therapies, documenting progress, and participating in care planning with IDT meetings. Weekend coverage is required.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Completes assessments and implements respiratory techniques to rehab patients with various respiratory illnesses.
• Initiate therapies, maintain patient records, operate, check, and assemble equipment.
• Perform a variety of bedside treatments.
• Provide in-services for nursing staff every quarter.
• Complete daily, weekly and monthly documentation.
• Attend applicable IDT meetings.

Skills

RRT

BLS certified

Geriatric care

Education

COARC accredited AS or BS Respiratory program

Job description

Glengariff Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in New York is seeking a full-time Respiratory Therapist to join a skilled nursing team. The candidate must have a valid license in the practice state and a passion for geriatric care. Independent evaluation and treatment, with weekly in-services, are expected.

The role involves performing respiratory therapies, documenting progress, and participating in care planning with IDT meetings. Weekend coverage is required.