Geriatric Respiratory Therapist — Weekend Coverage (RRT/CRT)

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

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

The Hamlet Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center at Nesconset in New York is seeking a full-time Respiratory Therapist to join our skilled nursing team, with Saturday and Sunday coverage. The role emphasizes geriatric respiratory care, independent assessment, and bedside treatments, contributing to residents’ comfort and well-being.

Candidates must hold an active state license as RRT or CRT, COARC-accredited AS or BS in Respiratory Therapy, and BLS.

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 techniques to maintain or rehab patients with various respiratory illnesses/diseases.
• Initiate therapies, maintain patient records, operate, check, and assemble equipment.
• Complete a variety of bedside treatments.
• Complete in-services for nursing staff every quarter.
• Responsible for completing daily, weekly and monthly documentation.
• Attend applicable IDT meetings.
• Experience with tracheotomy.
• Experience in a long-term care setting.
• Follow procedure and protocol of facility.
• Completes tracking, auditing and caseload management.
• Performs related duties as required.

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 skilled nursing team, with Saturday and Sunday coverage. The role emphasizes geriatric respiratory care, independent assessment, and bedside treatments, contributing to residents’ comfort and well-being.

Candidates must hold an active state license as RRT or CRT, COARC-accredited AS or BS in Respiratory Therapy, and BLS.