Respiratory Therapist - Geriatric Care, Weekend Coverage

The Phoenix Rehabilitation and Nursing Center; Town of Concord (NY); On-site; USD 66,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The Phoenix Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in New York is seeking a full-time Respiratory Therapist to join a skilled nursing team. The RT will evaluate and treat residents, perform therapies, and manage equipment with minimal supervision.

Candidates must be licensed (RRT or CRT) in the state, BLS certified, and have geriatric care experience. Prior long-term care exposure is preferred.

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 therapy to rehabilitate residents.
• Initiate therapies, maintain patient records, operate, check, and assemble equipment.
• Complete bedside treatments and participate in nursing in-services quarterly.
• Attend applicable IDT meetings and manage caseload with tracking/auditing.
• Experience with tracheotomy and geriatric respiratory needs.

Skills

RRT/CRT license

BLS certified

Geriatric care experience

Education

AS/BS Respiratory Therapy program

Tools

Ventilator management

Tracheotomy care

Job description

The Phoenix Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in New York is seeking a full-time Respiratory Therapist to join a skilled nursing team. The RT will evaluate and treat residents, perform therapies, and manage equipment with minimal supervision.

Candidates must be licensed (RRT or CRT) in the state, BLS certified, and have geriatric care experience. Prior long-term care exposure is preferred.