Respiratory Therapist

LiveWell Homecare Agency; Big Spring (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency in Texas seeks a Respiratory Therapist to provide adult, neonatal, and pediatric respiratory care with clinical competence and tailored plans.

You will assess patients by reviewing medical records, labs, and blood gases, discuss care with physicians, adjust treatment plans, and document interventions while ensuring equipment functionality and safety.

Excellent communication with the healthcare team and a commitment to teaching students and staff are essential in this role.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Respiratory Therapist Program.
• Bachelor’s degree in respiratory therapy preferred.
• Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner and Registered Respiratory Therapist.
• BLS certification required within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory therapy procedures for adult, neonatal, and pediatric patients.
• Assess patients by reviewing medical records, blood gases, and lab data.
• Discuss care plans with physicians and adjust therapies as needed.
• Document interventions and ensure equipment functionality and safety.
• Educate students and staff as required.

Skills

Clinical skills

Patient care

Documentation

Equipment proficiency

Education

Accredited Respiratory Therapist Program

Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Therapy (preferred)

Job description

Role Overview:

Provides respiratory therapy procedures to patients with diverse needs and abnormalities, demonstrating clinical competence and delivering care tailored to adult, neonatal, and pediatric populations.

• Performs assessments by inspecting, auscultating, reviewing medical records, blood gases, and lab data.
• Reviews x-ray and radiology reports, discusses patient care with physicians, and makes clinical recommendations.
• Explains treatment plans, monitors patient responses, and adjusts therapies accordingly.
• Executes respiratory procedures promptly, documents interventions, and ensures equipment functionality.
• Communicates effectively with the healthcare team and participates in clinical instruction of students.
• Maintains equipment, troubleshoots instrumentation, and reports malfunctions.
• Performs other assigned duties as needed.

Qualifications:

• Completion of an accredited Respiratory Therapist Program.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in respiratory therapy.
• Licensure as a Respiratory Care Practitioner and Registered Respiratory Therapist license.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 30 days.

Skills & Experience:

Demonstrates necessary clinical skills, knowledge of respiratory care for various populations, and proficiency with equipment and documentation. No specific prior experience required.