Respiratory Therapist

Nemasket Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center; Middleborough (MA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Collaborative team

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Atlas Healthcare's skilled nursing facilities in Southern Massachusetts are seeking a compassionate Respiratory Therapist for per diem coverage. You will perform cardiopulmonary evaluations, administer therapies, monitor patient responses, and work with a collaborative care team to improve resident outcomes.

Requires Massachusetts license in good standing and graduation from an accredited respiratory care program (associate or bachelor's preferred). One year of clinical experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited respiratory care education program.
• One year of clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs cardiopulmonary evaluations and diagnostic testing.
• Administers respiratory therapies per physician orders and plan of care.
• Selects and validates equipment for respiratory treatment.
• Monitors residents’ responses to treatments and reports changes.
• Teaches residents and families proper use of respiratory equipment.
• Collects blood specimens and performs blood gas analysis as permitted.

Skills

English proficiency

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in respiratory care

Job description

Respiratory Therapist, Per Diem

Job Summary:

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Respiratory Therapist at Atlas Healthcare's skilled nursing facilities in Southern MA. As a Per Diem Respiratory Therapist, you will provide high-quality respiratory care services to our residents, working closely with a collaborative team to deliver exceptional patient outcomes.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Performs cardiopulmonary evaluations and diagnostic testing to assist in the assessment of respiratory conditions and administers respiratory therapies in accordance with physician orders and the resident's plan of care.
• Selects, assembles, and validates that equipment is appropriate and functions properly for respiratory treatment.
• Provides respiratory care and treatment to residents with acute and chronic cardiopulmonary conditions in accordance with physician orders, the resident's plan of care, applicable standards of practice, and Facility policy.
• Monitors residents' responses to respiratory treatments and therapies and reports significant findings or changes in condition in accordance with Facility policy.
• Teaches residents/patients and their families the proper use and maintenance of respiratory equipment.
• Collects blood specimens and performs/analyzes blood gas testing, as permitted by Massachusetts law, Facility policy, physician order, and demonstrated competency.
• Completes required forms/documentation in accordance with company policies and procedures and state and federal mandates.

Requirements:

• Current Massachusetts Respiratory Therapist license in good standing required.
• Graduate of an accredited respiratory care education program required. Associate or bachelor's degree in respiratory care or related field preferred.
• One (1) year of clinical experience preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend English; ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to work hours as scheduled based on the requirements of the position assignment.

Benefits:

• Competitive hourly rate: $45-$48
• Opportunity to work with a dedicated and compassionate team
• Professional growth and development opportunities

Working Conditions:

• Works in an appropriately lighted and ventilated environment.
• May be exposed to blood or other body fluids, fumes, or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.
• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the day, proper body mechanics required - bending, stooping, turning, stretching, and reaching above the shoulders are involved.