Lead Respiratory Therapist — Rehab & Long-Term Care

Rockville Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center; South Valley Stream (NY); On-site; USD 51,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Rockville Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to join our rehab-focused care team. The RT will evaluate patients, design individualized treatment plans, and deliver respiratory therapies daily in a long-term care setting.

The role emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, documentation accuracy, and ongoing professional development to maintain high standards of patient care and compliance.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of respiratory community.
• Demonstrated leadership and management skills.
• Skills applicable to clinical discipline.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain respiratory therapy programs within the facility.
• Conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and provide therapies.
• Collaborate with nursing and rehab teams to meet OBRA requirements.
• Ensure accurate documentation and billing alignment.
• Maintain safety and equipment standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Respiratory knowledge

Leadership & management

Clinical discipline skills

Job description

Rockville Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to join our rehab-focused care team. The RT will evaluate patients, design individualized treatment plans, and deliver respiratory therapies daily in a long-term care setting.

The role emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, documentation accuracy, and ongoing professional development to maintain high standards of patient care and compliance.