Respiratory Therapist: Critical Care & Ventilator Support

LiveWell Homecare Agency, LLC; Danville (PA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency, LLC seeks a Certified Respiratory Therapist to deliver patient respiratory care in a clinical setting, including assessment, planning, and execution of treatments. The role requires high standards of safety and patient-focused care.

Responsibilities include conducting assessments, administering therapies (oxygen, aerosols, secretion management), ventilator management, and patient education.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Specialty Training Program in Respiratory Therapy.
• Ability to perform age-specific patient care and manage advanced respiratory equipment.
• Strong communication skills and teamwork orientation.
• Knowledge of safety and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough patient assessments and develop care plans.
• Administer and document therapies such as aerosolized medications, oxygen therapy, secretion management, and artificial airway care.
• Manage mechanical ventilators, including initiation and troubleshooting.
• Provide patient and family education on disease management.
• Assist with intra-hospital transport and acute airway management during emergencies.
• Perform blood gas sampling and analysis, and support invasive procedures like bronchoscopy and line placement.
• Adhere to safety standards, regulatory requirements, and confidentiality protocols.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and participate in evidence-based practices.

Skills

Respiratory therapy

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Specialty training in Respiratory Therapy

Tools

Ventilators

Oxygen equipment

Blood gas analysers

Job description

LiveWell Homecare Agency, LLC seeks a Certified Respiratory Therapist to deliver patient respiratory care in a clinical setting, including assessment, planning, and execution of treatments. The role requires high standards of safety and patient-focused care.

Responsibilities include conducting assessments, administering therapies (oxygen, aerosols, secretion management), ventilator management, and patient education.