Respiratory Therapist - Impactful Senior Care, Full-Time

Lowry Hills Care; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 44,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Lowry Hills Care and Rehabilitation seeks a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to deliver essential care to residents. You will assess, manage, and treat respiratory issues using modalities such as Acapella, IS, EZPAP, and CPT within a skilled nursing setting.

The role emphasizes strong clinical skills, patient-focused care, and collaboration with the nursing team to improve comfort and quality of life for residents. This position offers full-time hours in Colorado and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Current state licensure to practice respiratory therapy.
• Graduate of AMA-approved School of Respiratory Therapy.
• Active CRT or RRT credential required.
• ACLS and BLS certifications maintained.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care to residents using prescribed modalities.
• Assess and document patient status and response to therapy.
• Collaborate with nursing and medical staff in a multidisciplinary team.
• Adhere to infection control and sterilization procedures.
• Maintain accurate records and care plans within charting system.

Skills

Compassionate care

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Infection control

Documentation

Education

Current State Respiratory Therapist Licensure

AMA-approved School of Respiratory Therapy

Active CRT or RRT credential

ACLS and BLS Certification

Tools

Acapella

Incentive Spirometry (IS)

EZPAP

Chest Physiotherapy (CPT)

Job description

Lowry Hills Care and Rehabilitation seeks a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to deliver essential care to residents. You will assess, manage, and treat respiratory issues using modalities such as Acapella, IS, EZPAP, and CPT within a skilled nursing setting.

The role emphasizes strong clinical skills, patient-focused care, and collaboration with the nursing team to improve comfort and quality of life for residents. This position offers full-time hours in Colorado and a supportive work environment.