Respiratory Therapist II PRN

Encompass Health; Aldan (Delaware County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Encompass Health seeks a compassionate Respiratory Therapist to deliver specialized pulmonary care within our inpatient rehabilitation hospital. You will perform comprehensive respiratory assessments, manage ventilators and oxygen therapy, administer treatments, and monitor patient progress to support recovery and functional independence.

You will collaborate closely with an interdisciplinary team, educate patients and families on respiratory self-care, and uphold our culture of high-quality,

Qualifications

• Assess and monitor patients' respiratory status and needs.
• Provide and adjust ventilator support and oxygen therapy.
• Deliver treatments and monitor responses to treatments.
• Educate patients and families on respiratory self-care and safety.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive respiratory assessments and manage ventilators and oxygen therapy.
• Administer prescribed respiratory treatments and monitor progress.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to support patient recovery.
• Educate patients and families on self-care and preventative strategies.

Skills

Respiratory assessment

Ventilator management

Oxygen therapy

Patient education

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Tools

Ventilators

Oxygen delivery equipment

Job description

Encompass Health seeks a compassionate Respiratory Therapist to deliver specialized pulmonary care within our inpatient rehabilitation hospital. In this role, you will perform comprehensive respiratory assessments, manage ventilators and oxygen therapy, administer treatments, and monitor patient progress to support recovery and functional independence. You will collaborate closely with an interdisciplinary team, educate patients and families on respiratory self-care, and uphold our culture of high-quality, patient-centered care in a supportive, growth-focused environment.