Respiratory Therapist – Acute & LTAC Ventilation

ScionHealth; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kindred Hospital St. Louis South is seeking a skilled Respiratory Therapist to deliver safe and effective respiratory care across the hospital, including invasive and non-invasive ventilation support.

You will assess patients, review blood gases, and collaborate with physicians to optimize therapy. The role requires proficiency in airway management, patient assessment, and continuous monitoring, with documentation accuracy and adherence to infection control standards in a busy long-term acute

Qualifications

• Postsecondary respiratory therapy credential or diploma from an accredited program.
• Associate's Degree in respiratory therapy from an accredited program.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Respiratory Care procedures per policies and protocols.
• Maintain documentation and charge capture for respiratory care.
• Verify and initiate physician orders for Respiratory Care.
• Operate and maintain respiratory care equipment and sterilization.
• Manage oxygen/aerosol devices and ventilators.
• Perform airway management and related procedures including suction and CPR.

Skills

Stress management

Interpersonal communication

Team collaboration

English fluency

Attendance

Education

Postsecondary respiratory therapy program (Cert/Diploma/Program Grad)

Associate's Degree in respiratory therapy

Job description

Kindred Hospital St. Louis South is seeking a skilled Respiratory Therapist to deliver safe and effective respiratory care across the hospital, including invasive and non-invasive ventilation support.

You will assess patients, review blood gases, and collaborate with physicians to optimize therapy. The role requires proficiency in airway management, patient assessment, and continuous monitoring, with documentation accuracy and adherence to infection control standards in a busy long-term acute