Respiratory Therapist - Geriatric Care, FT

Bethany Center For Rehabilitation and Healing; Brentwood (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Bethany Center For Rehabilitation and Healing in Brentwood, TN seeks a full-time Respiratory Therapist to join our skilled nursing team. The candidate should have an active state license and the ability to evaluate and treat independently, focusing on geriatric residents.

The role covers bedside assessments, initiating therapies, documenting outcomes, and collaboration with nursing staff. Experience with tracheostomy and long-term care settings is preferred; a COARC-accredited AS or BS in

Qualifications

• Graduate of COARC accredited AS or BS Respiratory program.
• Licensed as RRT or CRT.
• Licensed in the state in which practicing, BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Completes assessments and implements respiratory techniques.
• Initiate therapies, maintain patient records, operate and assemble equipment.
• Complete bedside treatments and in-services for nursing staff.
• Attend applicable IDT meetings and track documentation.
• Experience with tracheotomy and long-term care settings.
• Follow facility procedures and perform caseload management.

Education

COARC-accredited AS/BS in Respiratory Therapy

Licensed as RRT or CRT

BLS certification

Job description

Bethany Center For Rehabilitation and Healing in Brentwood, TN seeks a full-time Respiratory Therapist to join our skilled nursing team. The candidate should have an active state license and the ability to evaluate and treat independently, focusing on geriatric residents.

The role covers bedside assessments, initiating therapies, documenting outcomes, and collaboration with nursing staff. Experience with tracheostomy and long-term care settings is preferred; a COARC-accredited AS or BS in