Geriatric Respiratory Therapist — Weekend Coverage

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

Job summary

The Hamlet Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center at Nesconset seeks a full-time Respiratory Therapist to join our skilled nursing team, providing compassionate geriatric respiratory care.

You will perform assessments, initiate therapies, manage equipment, document care, and participate in IDT meetings. Must be licensed in NY and have ACLS/BLS as applicable; experience with tracheostomies and long-term care is preferred.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Completes assessments and implements respiratory techniques for rehab and care.
• Initiate therapies, maintain records, operate and assemble equipment.
• Complete bedside treatments and track documentation daily.

Skills

Assessment

Independent evaluation

Geriatric care

Documentation

IDT meetings participation

Tracheotomy experience

Equipment handling

Following procedures

Education

COARC accredited AS or BS Respiratory program

Licensed as RRT or CRT

BLS certification

Job description

The Hamlet Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center at Nesconset seeks a full-time Respiratory Therapist to join our skilled nursing team, providing compassionate geriatric respiratory care.

You will perform assessments, initiate therapies, manage equipment, document care, and participate in IDT meetings. Must be licensed in NY and have ACLS/BLS as applicable; experience with tracheostomies and long-term care is preferred.