Respiratory Therapist (FT)

CareRite Centers, LLC; Town of Eastchester (NY); Sur place; USD 59 000 - 79 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

CareRite Centers, LLC is seeking a full-time Respiratory Therapist to join our New York healthcare team. The role emphasizes compassionate, evidence-based respiratory care and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes.

Responsibilities include assessing and planning care, administering oxygen, incentive spirometry and nebulization, monitoring vitals, and participating in rounds and discharge planning.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent; Bachelor's degree preferred; RT program certificate required.
• Licensure: NYS Respiratory Therapy Technician or Respiratory Therapist License
• Experience: Prior respiratory therapy experience in critical care or related areas

Responsabilités

• Assess and plan respiratory care for patients.
• Administer oxygen therapy, incentive spirometry and nebulization.
• Monitor patient status and record vitals.
• Educate patients and families on equipment and treatment.
• Collaborate with providers to adjust care plans.
• Participate in rounds and discharge planning.
• Maintain documentation and compliance with infection control.

Connaissances

Respiratory care

Nursing procedures

Critical thinking

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Calm under pressure

Formation

High School Diploma

RT program certificate

Bachelor's degree preferred

Description du poste

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate full-time Respiratory Therapist to join our healthcare team.The ideal candidate will have strong clinical skills, a passion for improving patient outcomes and the ability to work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities:

1. Respiratory Therapy

• Assess, plan and implement respiratory care plans for patients with acute or chronic respiratory conditions
• Administer respiratory treatments, including oxygen therapy, incentive spirometry and nebulization.
• Monitor patient conditions, record vital signs, and assess respiratory status
• Educate patients and families on respiratory equipment, treatments, and disease management
• Collaborate with providers and other healthcare professionals to develop and adjust care plans
• Participate in rounds, care conferences and patient discharge planning meetings

2. Documentation and Compliance:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records in compliance with organizational policies and regulatory standards
• Ensure adherence to infection control practices and safety protocols

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent, required. Bachelor's Degree preferred. Certificate of completion from an accredited respiratory therapist program, required.
• Licensure: New York State Respiratory Therapy Technician or Respiratory Therapist License
• Experience: Previous experience in respiratory therapy, critical care, or related areas

Skills:

• Proficiency in respiratory care techniques and nursing procedures
• Strong critical thinking, problem solving and decision-making abilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in high pressure situations and maintain a calm demeanor

Compensation :$50/hour

The Paramount at Somers Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.