Respiratory Therapist: Impactful Care & Growth

Rusk Rehabilitation Hospital, an affiliation of Encompass Health and MU Health Care; Gautier (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) with company match

Health savings account

Stock purchase plan

Diversity & inclusion

Job summary

Encompass Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to join our inpatient rehabilitation family. You will provide direct respiratory care, supervise breathing treatments, and contribute to patient recovery with compassion and expertise.

With access to advanced equipment, a supportive team, and opportunities for professional growth, you’ll help patients regain independence and improve their quality of life within a nationwide leader in post-acute care.

Qualifications

• Current State License in Respiratory Therapy.
• CPR certification.
• ACLS certification preferred.
• Two years hospital experience in Respiratory Therapy preferred.

Responsibilities

• Providing direct care to patients in need of medical gas, breathing therapy modality, and medication.
• Guiding patients by supervising care and breathing treatments, leading patient assessments, creating personalized care plans, and targeting and resolving patient concerns.
• Building meaningful relationships with patients by dedicating time to understand their physical, mental, and emotional needs for a successful recovery.
• Celebrating patient victories along the way.

Job description

Encompass Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to join our inpatient rehabilitation family. You will provide direct respiratory care, supervise breathing treatments, and contribute to patient recovery with compassion and expertise.

With access to advanced equipment, a supportive team, and opportunities for professional growth, you’ll help patients regain independence and improve their quality of life within a nationwide leader in post-acute care.