Respiratory Therapist |Part-Time |7am - 3pm

Bethesda Health Group; United States; On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

403b

Daily pay

Bonuses

Career advancement opportunities

Holiday pay

Insurance: medical, dental, vision

Job summary

Bethesda Health Group is seeking a part-time Respiratory Therapist for the 7am–3pm shift at Memorial Care Center. You will set up ventilators, CPAP/BiPAP, and oxygen devices, monitor responses, and document care per physician orders.

Work within a team to support geriatric patients and enhance quality of life. You should have an Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy, an active RRT/CRT license, AMA-approved program, CPR certification, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy is required.
• Knowledge of geriatric population and/or rehabilitation.
• Current and valid RRT or CRT license.
• Graduate of an AMA approved respiratory therapy program.
• Active Respiratory Care license in the state of practice.
• CPR certification required, or willing to obtain within six months.
• Geriatric and rehabilitation experience preferred.
• Experience in long-term care, pulmonary rehab, LTAC, or hospital setting.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate respiratory devices per physician orders.
• Provide emergency care and assist CPR.
• Monitor therapy responses and adjust as directed.
• Maintain and clean equipment; document accurately.
• Educate patients and families on breathing techniques and device use.
• Coordinate with physicians and staff for patient management.
• Perform lung capacity and oximetry measurements.
• Adhere to productivity guidelines and accurate charting.

Skills

Geriatric care

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Documentation accuracy

Manual dexterity

Lifting 10-35 lbs

Education

Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy

AMA-approved respiratory therapy program

Active Respiratory Care license

CPR certification

Tools

Ventilators

CPAP/BiPAP devices

Oxygen therapy equipment

Job description

Respiratory Therapist |Part-Time |7am - 3pm

Memorial Care Center

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At Bethesda, more than 1,200 employees dedicate their careers to improving the lives of others.

As a team member at Bethesda, you'll enjoy great benefits such as: 403b, daily pay, bonuses, career advancement opportunities, and holiday pay.

Medical, dental, vision, prescription, and life insurance available for regular status full and part time employees.

Summary

Set up and operate devices such as non-invasive mechanical ventilators, CPAP, BiPAP, oxygen tanks, concentrators, and compressors, following specified parameters of treatment per physicians order. Provide emergency care and assistance with cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Determine requirements for treatment, such as type, mode, and duration of therapy, compatible with physicians' orders. Monitor patient's physiological responses to therapy, such as vital signs, breath sounds, and consult with physician if adverse reactions occur. Read prescription, physicians order, and review patient information to assess patient condition. Work as part of a team of physicians, nurses and other health care professionals to manage patient care. Inspect, clean, test and maintain respiratory therapy equipment to ensure equipment is functioning safely and efficiently, ordering repairs when necessary. Educate patients and their families about their conditions and teach appropriate disease management techniques, such as breathing exercises, relaxation techniques, home safety, travel, and processes to facilitate independence. Instruct on the use of medications and proper care of respiratory equipment. Perform trach care, medication administration, chest physiotherapy, and instruct patients in pulmonary hygiene, essentials of humidity and hydration. Perform lung capacity and oximetry measurement and adjust therapy to obtain optimum results. Conduct thorough evaluation of patients to assess cardiopulmonary functions. Communicate results in a timely manner to physicians and staff. Maintain productivity guidelines and adjust schedule as necessary to achieve goals. Precise documentation is required at all times. May be assigned other duties as appropriate.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy required
• Must have knowledge of and expertise for geriatric population and/or rehabilitation
• Current and valid RRT or CRT license
• Graduate of an AMA approved respiratory therapy program
• Active Respiratory Care license in the state you will be working
• CPR certification required, or willing to obtain within six months of employment
• Geriatric and rehabilitation experience preferred
• Experience working as a Respiratory Therapist in a long-term care facility, pulmonary rehabilitation department, LTAC, or hospital setting
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively and with minimal supervision
• Compassionate and caring attitude
• Ability to perform necessary documentation and maintain productivity guidelines
• Ability to lift and or move items with weights of 10-35lbs using proper lifting techniques and asking for assistance when necessary
• Manual dexterity and skillful use of hands when working with residents and equipment
• May be climbing, grasping, pushing, pulling, reaching, sitting, squatting, bending, kneeling, standing, walking or lifting

Pay range: $24.74 - $40.07 per hour

Category: Respiratory Therapy

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