Impactful Respiratory Therapist | Growth & Benefits

Rusk Rehabilitation Hospital, an affiliation of Encompass Health and MU Health Care; Gulfport (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision plans

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) matching

HSA/FSA

Job summary

Encompass Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to join our inpatient rehabilitation team. You will provide direct respiratory care, guide breathing therapies, and contribute to patient assessments and recovery plans.

We value compassionate care, collaboration, and ongoing education as part of a supportive national leader in post-acute care. Equal opportunity employer and commitment to diversity are emphasized throughout the organization.

Qualifications

• Current State License in Respiratory Therapy.
• CPR certification.
• ACLS certification preferred.
• Two years hospital experience in Respiratory Therapy preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to patients requiring medical gas, breathing therapy, and medications.
• Supervise care and breathing treatments, lead patient assessments, and develop personalized care plans.
• Build meaningful relationships with patients by addressing physical, mental, and emotional needs to support recovery.
• Celebrate patient victories throughout the treatment journey.

Skills

Compassionate care

Team collaboration

Education

Respiratory Therapy License

Job description

Encompass Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to join our inpatient rehabilitation team. You will provide direct respiratory care, guide breathing therapies, and contribute to patient assessments and recovery plans.

We value compassionate care, collaboration, and ongoing education as part of a supportive national leader in post-acute care. Equal opportunity employer and commitment to diversity are emphasized throughout the organization.