Respiratory Therapist

Generations Healthcare; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Generations Healthcare in Modesto, CA is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to perform safe respiratory procedures as ordered by physicians. You will assess patients, implement care plans, and coordinate with nursing to provide quality respiratory care in compliance with regulations.

We offer a competitive compensation package with benefits for full-time staff, and require a background check, pre-employment physical, and drug screening.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited School for Respiratory Care and in good standing with regulatory agencies.
• Active California license as Respiratory Care Therapist.
• Exudes professionalism in presentation.

Responsibilities

• Examine patients with cardiopulmonary disorders or breathing problems.
• Perform diagnostic tests on lung capacity.
• Cooperate with physicians to help develop treatment plans.
• Demonstrate working knowledge of respiratory care instruments and equipment.
• Maintain accurate documentation of respiratory care procedures.

Skills

Professionalism

Education

CA Respiratory Care Therapist License

Job description

English Oaks Convalescent and Rehab, Modesto, CA

Respiratory Therapist, Hours M-F 8-4:30 Range is $43-$46 DOE

Our skilled nursing and rehabilitation facilities have an outstanding reputation in the healthcare industry with a high rating for-quality patient care. We are committed to providing kind, competent, and compassionate services to those entrusted to our care and an enjoyable work environment for our staff.

Position Overview:

The primary role of the Respiratory Therapist is to perform safe respiratory procedures as ordered by physicians. Responsible for patient assessments, plan implementation, care plans, implementation of respiratory policies and procedures, integration of a respiratory care program with nursing, provide staffing/patient education and providing appropriate aspects of quality patient care while staying in compliance with current federal, state, guidelines, and company’s regulations.

Benefits:

We offer a competitive compensation package, healthcare benefits and excellent career growth opportunities. Health Benefits for full-time employees offered on the 1st of the month following the hire date.

Benefits and incentive programs (including sign-on bonuses, if applicable) are subject to eligibility requirements and may change at any time. Sign-on bonus terms and amounts are subject to change and are based on the employee’s date of hire.

Essential Duties (include but are not limited to):

• Exam patients with cardiopulmonary disorders or breathing problems.
• Perform diagnostic tests on the lung capacity of the patient.
• Cooperate with physicians to help develop treatment plans.
• Demonstrate excellent working knowledge of Respiratory Care instruments and equipment.
• Maintain accurate and complete documentation of Respiratory Care procedures.

Qualifications:

• Graduated from an accredited School for Respiratory Care, and is able to practice unencumbered, and is in good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boards.
• Active CA Licensed as a Respiratory Care Therapist.
• Exudes professionalism in presentation.

Generations Healthcare was founded upon the belief that caring for the sick, the elderly, and the infirm is a special and sacred stewardship. It is our mission to have this belief reflected in everything we do: in the presentation of our homes, in the professionalism of our staff, and in the daily delivery of care to our residents and their families. It is our purpose that whoever enters a Generations home will be met with kindness, competence and compassion.

We invite you to make a difference in the lives of others and our residents, who represent a Lifetime of Memories, a Lifetime of Care, and a Lifetime of Love.

Please note:

This position requires the successful completion of a background check, pre-employment physical, and drug screening as part of the hiring process.

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. The Company prohibits unlawful discrimination against employees or applicants based on race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and protective hairstyles), religion, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, reproductive health decision making, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, military status, veteran status, uniformed service member status, sexual orientation, transgender identity, citizenship status, pregnancy, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits unlawful discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics, or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics.