RESPIRATORY THERAPIST - OAK FOREST HEALTH & REHAB CENTER

Liberty Health; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to provide exceptional care in a supportive environment. This rewarding role involves collaborating with a skilled team to manage patient respiratory needs, including setting up and monitoring vital equipment. You will play a crucial role in educating patients and staff about cardiopulmonary health, ensuring high standards of care are met. If you are a compassionate professional with a strong background in respiratory therapy and a commitment to patient well-being, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team where your expertise will make a significant impact on patient lives.

Qualifications

• High school graduate with a degree from an AMA approved respiratory therapy program.
• Valid license from the North Carolina Respiratory Care Board required.

Responsibilities

• Manage patient care in collaboration with healthcare professionals.
• Set up and monitor respiratory equipment for patients.
• Educate patients and staff on cardiopulmonary care.

Skills

Patient Care Management

Oxygen Therapy

Ventilator Care

Patient Education

Team Collaboration

Emergency Care

Education

High School Diploma

Degree from AMA Approved Respiratory Therapy Program

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

Oxygen Machines

Job description

Liberty Cares
With Compassion

At Liberty Healthcare and Rehabilitation Services, we promote a challenging, but rewarding opportunity in a caring environment.

We are currently seeking an experienced:

RESPIRATORY THERAPIST

Per Diem, Rotating

Job Description:

• Works as a team with nurses, physicians and other healthcare professionals in the facility to manage patient care.
• Responsible for setting up and monitoring oxygen machines including continuous positive airway pressure and bipaps for cardiopulmonary patients. This includes maintaining and ordering supplies for these machines as needed.
• Provides respiratory care and therapies to patients who have orders for such services.
• Assesses patients who are newly admitted or referred to respiratory services for appropriate respirator care services and therapies.
• Assesses new admissions for pneumonia reduction strategies.
• Manages and supports residents on ventilator care.
• Monitors patient’s physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs and labs. Consults with physicians as needed.
• Documents assessments, care services and therapies in the patient’s electronic medical record.
• Participates in patient care planning process as necessary.
• Educates patients about cardiopulmonary issues and care. This may include effects of smoking, smoking cessation or provide details about asthma and medications. Also, teaches patients how to use inhalers and other devices.
• Assists with education of nurses and nursing staff on cardiopulmonary issues and respiratory care. This also includes education on equipment and inhalation treatments.
• Reviews assigned referrals to ensure that care needs can be maintained in the facility.
• Assists with emergency care of patients when in the facility such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• Must be a high school graduate.
• Must have a college degree from an AMA approved respiratory therapy program.
• Must have a valid license from the North Carolina Respiratory Care Board.
• Must be dependable, flexible, and able to work and cooperate well with all nursing personnel, other departments and have understanding, patience, and tact in working with patients, families, doctors, and others.
• Must have ability to make decisions regarding nursing problems.
• Must be able to teach, instruct and direct orientation, continuing education, in-services as needed.
• Must read, know, and follow personnel, department and Facility policies and procedures and adhere to local, state, and federal requirements.
• Must have working knowledge of the rules and regulations related to Long Term Care.
• Must have Long Term Care experience.
• Must have neat professional appearance at all times.

Visit www.libertyhealthcareandrehab.com for more information.

Background checks/drug-free workplace.
EOE.